LAUTECH hails rescue of abductees, commends FG, Oyo, others

The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, has celebrated the safe return of schoolchildren and their teachers who were abducted on May 15, 2026. The victims were rescued on July 10, 2026, after spending 56 days in captivity, bringing significant relief to the state and the university community.

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The university management, staff and students expressed joy over the safe rescue of the victims from the Old Oyo National Park, noting that “the institution shared in the grief occasioned by the incident, particularly as the spouses of two members of its staff were among those abducted.

LAUTECH issued a statement expressing joy and gratitude for the successful rescue. The university specifically acknowledged the efforts of the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government, and the combined security forces involved in the operation. The statement highlighted the importance of collective vigilance and the nation's resilience in overcoming adversity.

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Having shared in the grief occasioned by the abduction, as the spouses of two of our staff members were victims, we, as a university, are profoundly grateful that they have regained their freedom and can now reunite with their families, colleagues, and the wider community.

Adding a personal dimension to the relief, the university noted that the spouses of two of its staff members were among the abducted individuals. This personal connection underscored the institution's shared grief during the period of anxiety and its profound gratitude for the victims' regained freedom and reunification with their families and the community.

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The university specifically acknowledged the leadership of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde, as well as the courage and professionalism of the security personnel involved in the rescue operation.

The university leadership, including the Registrar Olayinka Balogun, commended President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde for their roles, as well as the security personnel for their professionalism. LAUTECH reaffirmed its solidarity with the rescued victims, their families, and the Ogbomoso community, praying for their healing and restoration. The institution also reiterated its commitment to initiatives promoting safety and the protection of educational institutions across Nigeria.

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The successful operation underscores the importance of collective vigilance and demonstrates the resilience of the nation in the face of adversity.