Oyo lawmaker rejects negotiation with kidnappers, demands victims rescue

The Oyo State House of Assembly has rejected calls for the state government to negotiate with the kidnappers who abducted teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area.

The lawmakers instead called for intensified rescue operations and stronger security measures to ensure the safe return of all victims while preventing future attacks on schools and communities across the state.

Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin said the focus should remain on rescue operations, intelligence gathering, and strengthening security rather than engaging in negotiations with kidnappers.

“Negotiating with kidnappers could encourage further attacks. Efforts should remain focused on rescue operations, intelligence gathering, and strengthening security across the state.”

The Assembly also urged the establishment of a permanent military base in the affected area to improve security and response time to future threats.

Lawmakers further called for security audits of vulnerable schools, increased support for local security outfits, and accelerated action on state policing as part of broader efforts to tackle insecurity.

The development comes amid growing concerns over the safety of students and teachers following the recent abduction in Oriire Local Government Area.