Progressive Governors’ Forum Says Successful Operation Reflects Federal Government’s Commitment to Protecting Nigerians
Governor of Imo State and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), Senator Hope Uzodimma, has commended President Bola Tinubu and Nigeria’s security agencies for the successful rescue of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire, Oyo State.
In a statement issued on Friday, Uzodimma described the operation as a demonstration of the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting the lives of Nigerians, noting that the victims regained their freedom after spending 56 days in captivity.
The governor expressed delight that the schoolchildren and their teachers were reunited with their families unharmed without the payment of ransom or any concession to their abductors.
He congratulated the parents of the victims as well as the Government and people of Oyo State, saying the successful rescue reflected the nation’s resolve not to abandon its citizens.
According to Uzodimma, the operation followed a direct directive from President Tinubu and was carried out by a joint task force comprising the Armed Forces, intelligence agencies and other security operatives.
He said the security personnel dismantled the kidnappers’ network, arrested eight suspects and secured the unconditional release of all the captives.
The PGF chairman stated that the operation underscores President Tinubu’s determination to guarantee the safety of every Nigerian, warning that kidnappers, terrorists and other criminal elements would neither find refuge nor escape justice.
Uzodimma also praised the security personnel who spent weeks in the forest during the rescue mission, describing their dedication, courage and sacrifice as worthy of national commendation.
«”As Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, I assure the President that the Progressive Governors stand firmly behind him and our security agencies in the continuing work of ridding our country of terrorism,” he said.»
He further expressed solidarity with the rescued children, their teachers and their families, wishing them a speedy recovery from the physical and emotional trauma they endured during the 56-day ordeal.
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