The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Ogbomoso District, has announced plans to commence the second phase of its solidarity break from Friday, June 5, should there be no significant breakthrough in efforts to secure the release of abducted teachers, pupils, and students in Ahoro-Eshiele and surrounding communities.
The decision was reached during a Progress Review Meeting attended by the leadership and elders of the association to assess developments in the ongoing rescue efforts since the abduction incident occurred.
In a statement jointly signed by the District Chairperson, Mrs. Bosede Ajala; District Secretary, Pastor Olawale Ojewumi; District Public Relations Officer, Mr. Tope M. Olaniyan; and other executive members and elders, NAPPS expressed appreciation to the Federal Government, Oyo State Government, security agencies, traditional institutions, and community leaders for their efforts towards securing the victims’ freedom.
The association specifically commended Governor Seyi Makinde, security agencies, and the Soun of Ogbomosoland for their commitment to the rescue efforts.
While acknowledging that progress had been made, NAPPS lamented that the victims remained in captivity, describing the situation as painful and deeply troubling.
“Our colleagues and children have been in captivity for too long,” the association stated.
“For the affected families, every sunrise brings fresh anxiety. Every sunset brings unanswered questions. Parents continue to wait, pray and hope, while communities continue to live with the emotional scars of this unfortunate incident.”
NAPPS noted that the prolonged absence of the abducted teachers and students from their homes, families, and classrooms underscores the need for greater urgency in ongoing rescue operations.
The association recalled that private schools across Ogbomoso District observed the first phase of the solidarity break on May 22, 2026, as a peaceful demonstration of support for the victims and their families.
According to the statement, if there is no major breakthrough by Thursday, June 4, all member schools will proceed with the second phase of the solidarity break from Friday, June 5, to Monday, June 15, 2026.
NAPPS emphasized that the action was not intended as a confrontation with government or an attempt to disrupt academic activities, but rather a peaceful expression of solidarity and a call for intensified rescue efforts.
The association appealed to the Federal Government, Oyo State Government, security agencies, and other relevant authorities to deploy every available lawful resource to ensure the immediate and safe release of all abducted persons.
“Their suffering must not be prolonged. Their families deserve answers. Their communities deserve relief. Their freedom must remain a matter of urgent national concern,” the statement added.
NAPPS further pledged its readiness to support rescue efforts in any legitimate way possible, saying member schools were willing to contribute their “widow’s mite” towards securing the release of the victims.
The association reaffirmed its commitment to advocacy, engagement, collaboration, and prayers until all abducted teachers, pupils, and students are safely reunited with their families.
It concluded with a renewed call: “Bring Our Colleagues Home. Bring Our Children Home. Now.”
