Oyo school abduction: Enough of sermons, condolences — NLC tells Tinubu to address insecurity now

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigeria’s security chiefs to address insecurity immediately following the recent abduction of school pupils and teachers in Oyo State.

NLC President, Joe Ajaero, made the demand known in a statement on Wednesday.

Recall that at least 30 pupils and seven teachers were abducted by bandits from Community High School and L.A. Basic School, Ahoro Esinele, and First Baptist School (Nursery and Primary), Yawota, all in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

Thereafter, one of the teachers was reportedly decapitated by the bandits.

The development has stirred reactions from Nigerians demanding immediate action to rescue the abducted pupils and teachers.

Reacting, the union said the Nigerian government at all levels must wake up.

“Our security agencies should do a thorough soul-searching. It is superfluous to say it is their sacred duty to protect lives and property. We believe where there is a will, there will be a way. Address this challenge before it is too late.

“We demand action now. We have had enough of sermons and condolence messages. For how long should we continue to bleed like this?” the labour union stated.

Oyo school abduction: Enough of sermons, condolences — NLC tells Tinubu to address insecurity now