The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed a surveillance aircraft to support ongoing efforts to rescue teachers and pupils abducted from Yawota and Ahoro-Esinle communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
The development was disclosed by Governor Seyi Makinde during a courtesy visit by representatives of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, and the Air Officer Commanding Logistics Command, Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Suleh.
According to Governor Makinde, the Nigerian Air Force responded promptly after receiving reports of the abduction by deploying an aerial surveillance platform to provide intelligence support for security agencies involved in the rescue operation.
He explained that intelligence gathered through the surveillance missions has played a critical role in monitoring developments and coordinating efforts aimed at securing the safe release of the kidnapped teachers and pupils.
The governor appealed to residents of the affected communities and the general public to remain calm and continue cooperating with security agencies, assuring them that every available resource was being deployed to ensure the victims’ safe return.
Makinde reiterated the state government’s commitment to working closely with federal security agencies to address the security challenges and safeguard lives and property across Oyo State.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Suleh reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Air Force to supporting all efforts geared towards rescuing the abducted victims and strengthening security operations in the area.
The deployment of the surveillance aircraft is expected to enhance intelligence gathering and improve the effectiveness of ongoing search-and-rescue operations in the affected communities.
Security agencies have continued to intensify efforts to locate the abductors and secure the release of the victims, while authorities urge residents to provide credible information that could assist the operation.
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