Bandits keeping Oyo hostages in expansive National Park; govt working tirelessly to secure their freedom: Makinde

A mass abduction on May 15, 2026, has left 46 schoolchildren, teachers, and a toddler captive. Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde confirms they are within the vast Old Oyo National Park, emphasizing ongoing rescue efforts. He urges patience, coordination, and public vigilance to secure their freedom.