Muslim militants

Students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Nigeria’s Oyo state were rescued by the government. Over 40 people were taken during the May 15 abduction, one teacher was killed, and eight militants were arrested. President Bola Tinubu stated the military operation ended a 50-day siege.

The Nigerian government announced that a group of students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Oyo state have been rescued. The rescue was confirmed by the government, though details remain unspecified.

Students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo state have been rescued, according to the government. Over 40 people were abducted, one teacher was killed, eight militants were arrested, and an unspecified number of militants were killed. President Bola Tinubu stated the operation ended a 50+ day siege.