12/07/2026
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
_25th Muharram 1448 AH_
_Saturday, 11th July 2026_
```From the Office of the Amir, MSSNLagos```
*MSSNLAGOS WELCOMES SAFE RESCUE OF ABDUCTED PUPILS AND TEACHERS IN OYO STATE*
The Amir of the Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Lagos State Area Unit, expresses profound gratitude and relief at the safe rescue of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Their safe return is a beacon of hope for their families and the entire community, bringing comfort after weeks of anxiety and uncertainty.
We commend His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his unwavering commitment to strengthening security across our nation. His leadership during these challenging times has been instrumental in facilitating this successful rescue operation.
We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the courageous personnel of the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Air Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and all other security agencies involved in the operation. Their professionalism, sacrifice, and collaborative efforts made this rescue possible, demonstrating the power of unity in the face of adversity.
Our thoughts and prayers remain with His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, the Government and people of Oyo State, particularly the Ogbomoso community, and the families who endured this traumatic experience. The safe return of their loved ones rekindles hope and strengthens confidence in our collective capacity to confront and overcome the security challenges facing our nation.
As we celebrate this positive development, we urge all Nigerians to continue praying for the safety and well-being of our citizens and to support every lawful effort aimed at building a more secure and peaceful society.
While we rejoice over this successful rescue, it is equally imperative to address the menace of violent criminality, particularly kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism, wit
