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Oyo
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Alaafin of Oyo Praises New Independence for Local Passport Office
The Alaafin of Oyo has welcomed the granting of full autonomy to the local passport office, noting that it will save residents time and money while stimulating the local economy.
APC Official Lauds Oyo Hostage Rescue as Victory Against Ransom Policy
APC leader Umar Tanko Yakasai praises the ransom-free rescue of kidnapped Oyo schoolchildren as a victory for state authority and a result of military modernization.
Senate grants ₦50 million to relatives of security staff and teachers lost in Oyo rescue
The Nigerian Senate has approved a ₦50 million donation to support the families of three security personnel and two teachers who died during the rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren.
Senator Buhari credits security cooperation for Oyo abduction rescue
Senator Abdulfatai Buhari attributes the successful rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren and teachers to the effective collaboration between various security agencies.
Oyo Kidnapping: Army General Confirms Two Soldier Casualties During Rescue Mission
Major General Chinedu Nnebeufe reveals that two soldiers were killed while navigating dense forest cover to rescue kidnapped Oriire students and teachers.
Footage of suspects linked to Oyo student abduction released
Authorities have released video footage of suspects captured during the mission to rescue schoolchildren and teachers who were held captive for nearly two months in Oyo.
Peter Obi Praises Successful Rescue of Kidnapped Oyo Students and Staff
Peter Obi celebrated the safe recovery of kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo, calling for improved security measures to ensure a safer learning environment for all Nigerian students.
Military Confirms Security Casualties During Successful Oyo Rescue Mission
Nigerian military forces confirmed that security personnel were lost during the operation to rescue 44 pupils and teachers in Oyo State, though the mission ultimately succeeded in securing the release of the hostages.