A survivor has shared a painful account of a school abduction in Oyo State. The rescued principal says the attackers acted after some of the victims struggled during the ordeal, according to her account
IBADAN, OYO STATE — Mrs. Rachael Alamu, the rescued principal of Community High School, has recounted what happened during the abduction involving staff members in Oyo State. Speaking after regaining her freedom, she explained why two teachers lost their lives while they were being held by the armed group. Her account was reported by Punch.
Why This Happened
According to Mrs. Alamu, the group abducted her alongside other members of staff while they were travelling. She said the journey became difficult for some of the victims because of the distance they were forced to walk through the forest.
The principal explained that two teachers reportedly became weak during the trek. According to her account, the attackers responded violently after the victims could no longer keep pace. Extra News Nigeria has not independently verified every detail of her account.
What They Said
Mrs. Alamu said the teachers repeatedly told the attackers they could not continue because they were exhausted.
According to her, the armed group refused to listen despite appeals from other captives. She described the experience as traumatic and thanked security agencies and everyone who supported efforts that led to her rescue.
Authorities are continuing investigations into the incident, while security agencies have intensified efforts to track down those responsible.
Who Is Rachael Alamu?
Mrs. Rachael Alamu is the principal of Community High School in Oyo State. She was among those abducted during the incident and was later rescued.
Following her rescue, she has provided investigators and the public with details of what she witnessed during the ordeal, offering insight into the circumstances surrounding the attack.
What This Means for Nigeria
The development highlights the continuing security concerns affecting schools and travellers in parts of Nigeria. It also underscores the need for stronger protection for education workers, faster emergency response and sustained efforts by security agencies to prevent similar incidents.
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