The Allied People’s Movement has defended Oyo State Governor and its presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, over his call for an international investigation into the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in the state, saying the move would help establish the truth and strengthen efforts to combat terrorism.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, the party said Makinde’s call would deepen Nigeria’s collaboration with international partners in the fight against terrorism rather than undermine the country’s sovereignty.
On Monday, while formally taking charge of the welfare, rehabilitation and education of the 45 rescued teachers and pupils after their 56-day captivity, Makinde said Nigerians deserved a comprehensive explanation of the circumstances surrounding the abduction.
The governor clarified that his call for international scrutiny, particularly by the United Nations, was intended to promote accountability and transparency, not to undermine Nigerian institutions.
The victims were abducted on May 15, 2026, when gunmen attacked three schools in the Yawota and Ahoro Esienle communities of Oriire Local Government Area, Oyo State, taking away 39 pupils and six teachers.
