Group Lauds Tinubu, Security Forces Over Oyo Schoolchildren’s Rescue

A group, Grassroots Mobilisation Initiative (GMI), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigeria’s security agencies for the rescue of the abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State.

The group described the operation as a demonstration of effective leadership and professional security coordination.

In a statement issued yesterday by its national coordinator, Samaila Musa, the group praised the President for providing strategic leadership that enabled security agencies to carry out the operation successfully.

Musa also expressed appreciation to the national security adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, and the minister of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, for their leadership and oversight throughout the rescue operation.

He said, “We salute the gallant joint officers drawn from various security units who meticulously planned, strategized, and put their lives on the line to ensure these citizens were brought home alive and unharmed.

“Security is Not a Social Media Show GMI wishes to remind all stakeholders that effective governance and complex security intelligence are not conducted on the pages of newspapers or via social media trends.

“Demanding hourly operational updates on sensitive security matters does not show oversight; rather, it often endangers the lives of both the abductees and the troops on the frontlines. True intelligence thrives in confidentiality, and the success of this mission vindicates the disciplined, quiet professionalism maintained by our security agencies throughout this ordeal.”

Musa called on Nigerians to embrace compassion over partisan politics, especially when human lives are at stake, stressing that security challenges require collective support rather than political division.

Musa challenged politicians, commentators and activists who criticised the Federal Government during the period of the abduction to acknowledge and commend the administration following the successful rescue.

He added, “We challenge those politicians, commentators, and activists who were at the forefront of calling out and criticizing the Tinubu administration during the abduction to find that same energy to commend the government and our troops.

“In the spirit of true patriotism, criticism must be balanced with objective praise when the government delivers on its primary duty of protecting lives. For nearly two decades, our nation has been bedeviled by the scourges of banditry and terrorism.

“However, the decisive and successful resolution of the Oyo/Orire abduction has further elevated the confidence of ordinary citizens across the country. It sends a clear, unmistakable signal that the Tinubu administration is deeply committed to dismantling criminal networks and restoring peace to every corner of Nigeria.

“GMI stands firmly with the Federal Government and our armed forces as they continue the vital work of securing our nation. We congratulate the families of the rescued students,principal and teacher, and we pray for their quick rehabilitation and return to normalcy.”