Residents of Ogbomoso in Oyo State took to the streets on Friday to protest the worsening insecurity in the state.
The protest follows the invasion of Community High School and Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Ahoro-Esinle by armed gunmen.
The attackers abducted the school principal, six teachers, and 39 students — including a two-year-old girl.
One of the abducted teachers, Michael Oyedokun, was later beheaded by the kidnappers.
The protesters demanded the immediate rescue of all abducted staff and students in captivity.
They also called for an end to the recurring abductions and killings by unidentified gunmen across Oyo State.
Carrying placards and chanting slogans such as “Bring back our children,” “Bring back our teachers,” and “Free our children and teachers,” the protesters pulled down billboards and posters of President Bola Tinubu.
They accused the government of failing to protect lives and improve the welfare of citizens.
JUST IN: Protest erupts in Oyo State as residents reportedly voice anger over rising insecurity and economic hardship, declaring they no longer support the APC and accusing the government of failing to safeguard lives and improve living conditions. pic.twitter.com/kju4IX4zBF
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