LP rep: Rescue of Oyo pupils shows Nigeria is winning war against terror groups
A Labour Party lawmaker in Nigeria praised the military for the successful rescue of 39 pupils and five teachers in Oyo state. The operation is being framed as a sign of improved security architecture and government effectiveness against criminal groups.
Why it matters
Successful counter-terrorism operations are critical for maintaining public trust in the Nigerian government and ensuring regional stability.
Philip Agbese, deputy spokesperson of the house of representatives, says the rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire LGA of Oyo state shows Nigeria is winning the fight against terrorists and other criminal groups.
Agbese, a Labour Party (LP) lawmaker, said the operation reflected the growing effectiveness of the country’s security architecture and renewed public confidence in the fight against insecurity.
On Friday, the presidency announced that Nigerian military, working with other security agencies, rescued 39 pupils and five teachers abducted in Oriire LGA after a month-long intelligence-led operation.
The military said multiple arrests disrupted the kidnappers’ network and forced the group to release the victims.
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