‘Eight weeks of agony ended’ — Husband of freed Oyo principal, Prof Alamu
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At a glance
- Professor Wale Alamu described the release of his wife, Rachael Alamu, and other abducted individuals as the end of eight weeks of anguish.
- He expressed gratitude to various groups, including the presidency, state governor, and citizens, for their collective efforts in securing the victims' freedom.
- Alamu urged authorities to conduct a thorough review of the incident to strengthen security and prevent future abductions.
Professor Wale Alamu described the release of his wife, Rachael Alamu, and other abducted individuals as the end of eight weeks of anguish and emotional trauma.
For the past eight weeks, I have been living through immense pain. Today, God has taken that pain away.
"For the past eight weeks, I have been living through immense pain. Today, God has taken that pain away," he said, expressing deep appreciation for the collective efforts that led to the victims' freedom. He specifically thanked the presidency, the state governor, the state executive council, and Nigerians from all religious and social divides.
"Everyone played a part, and I sincerely appreciate every contribution, no matter how small, towards securing the release of our people," Professor Alamu stated, highlighting the unity shown in the rescue efforts.
Everyone played a part, and I sincerely appreciate every contribution, no matter how small, towards securing the release of our people.
While relieved, Professor Alamu stressed the importance of a comprehensive review of the abduction circumstances. He urged authorities to learn from the incident and implement measures to enhance security around schools and vulnerable communities, ensuring such an unfortunate event does not happen again.
I believe everyone has learnt one lesson or another from this incident. Once a thorough review has been carried out, the government will identify the areas that need attention and take the necessary steps to ensure that such an unfortunate incident does not happen again.
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