Gunmen struck three schools in Ogbomoso's Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026. They abducted 39 students and seven teachers from Community Grammar School, Yawota Baptist schools, and nearby institutions. One mathematics teacher was reportedly killed.
Weeks later, the victims remain in captivity despite government assurances. Videos showing their dire conditions have circulated widely, sparking public outrage.
Controversial activist VeryDarkMan has taken a strong stance. In a widely shared message, he declared Nigerians' quick recovery from tragedies as a curse rather than a blessing.
“Nigerians are cursed with one thing, they think it’s a blessing but it’s a curse, they know how to move on quickly. However, on this issue on ground (Oyo State kidnapped students and teachers), we are not going to move on until they are released,” he said.
As a public school teacher himself, VeryDarkMan called for immediate action. He urged colleagues to stay away from work starting Monday, June 1, 2026, until all hostages are freed.
“As a public school teacher, this is a time to show solidarity with the teachers in captivity by not going to work, starting from tomorrow, Monday 1st of June 2026, until those in captivity are released. Please, parents, stop your children from going to school in solidarity with the little kids that are in captivity,” VeryDarkMan added.
His message has ignited mixed reactions online. Some praise the solidarity push, while critics question its impact on education and families already struggling. Governor Seyi Makinde visited affected communities recently, promising intensified rescue efforts and denying false release rumors.
The abduction highlights deepening insecurity in the Southwest. Banditry, once northern-focused, now threatens schools in Oyo. Families endure trauma, with children exposed to harsh bush conditions.
VeryDarkMan earlier issued a four-day ultimatum to the federal government, threatening crowdfunding for ransom if rescue fails. This latest boycott call escalates pressure on authorities.
As public frustration grows, the Oyo crisis tests both government response and citizens' patience. No quick resolution appears imminent, leaving victims' fate uncertain.
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