The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi, has commended the military, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, and everyone wo played noticed and unnoticed roles in the safe rescue of the kidnapped school children and teachers in Oriire LGA.

Obi, celebrating the rescue, cautioned that no child should ever have to endure such trauma. He stated that the recurring incidents of kidnapping, particularly, of schoolchildren, underscore the urgent need to strengthen our security architecture and make the protection of lives and property the foremost responsibility of government.

Obi, in a statement, declared:

"The Children's Safe Return Is Worthy of Thanksgiving

"I am greatly relieved and delighted to learn of the safe rescue of the schoolchildren who were kidnapped. I sincerely thank all those whose tireless efforts made their freedom possible, especially the security personnel and everyone who worked behind the scenes.

"While we celebrate this happy outcome, we must remember that no child should ever have to endure such trauma. The recurring incidents of kidnapping, particularly of schoolchildren, underscore the urgent need to strengthen our security architecture and make the protection of lives and property the foremost responsibility of government.

"Our children deserve to learn in an atmosphere of safety, not fear. We must continue to work towards building a Nigeria where every child can pursue education without the threat of violence or abduction.

"I rejoice with the children, their families, their schools, and all Nigerians on this heartening development.

"A new Nigeria is POssible." - PO