Makinde Imposes Curfew on Commercial Motorcycles as Oyo Intensifies Search for Abducted Pupils, Teachers

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced a curfew on commercial motorcycle operations in parts of the state as authorities intensify efforts to secure the release of abducted schoolchildren and teachers.

The governor said the rescue of the victims remains the administration’s top priority, assuring residents that security agencies are working round the clock to ensure their safe return.

The decision follows the recent abduction of pupils and teachers from schools in the Ogbomoso area, an incident that has generated widespread concern among residents and education stakeholders.

According to the governor, the restriction on commercial motorcycle activities forms part of broader security measures designed to limit the movement of criminal elements and support ongoing rescue operations.

Makinde stated that the state government is collaborating closely with security agencies and community leaders to track down the perpetrators and secure the freedom of the victims without compromising their safety.

He also appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate with security operatives by providing useful information that could aid ongoing investigations and rescue efforts.

The governor emphasized that protecting lives and ensuring the safety of residents remain key priorities of his administration. He assured families of the abducted pupils and teachers that every available resource is being deployed to facilitate their rescue.

The abduction has reignited concerns about insecurity in parts of Oyo State, particularly in rural communities where criminal groups have increasingly targeted schools and vulnerable populations.

Stakeholders have continued to call for stronger security measures around educational institutions and improved intelligence gathering to prevent future incidents.

Authorities believe the curfew and other security interventions will strengthen surveillance, restrict criminal activities, and support efforts to locate and rescue the victims.

As rescue operations continue, residents remain hopeful that the abducted schoolchildren and teachers will be safely reunited with their families while security agencies intensify efforts to bring those responsible to justice.