Protesters in Osun State have called for the immediate release of abducted pupils and teachers from Oyo State, staging demonstrations to draw attention to the growing insecurity affecting schools in the region.

The protesters gathered in major parts of the state, carrying placards and chanting solidarity songs while demanding urgent government action to secure the safe return of the victims.

They expressed concern over the rising cases of school-related abductions, warning that continued attacks on educational institutions could discourage children from attending school and worsen insecurity in the region.

Community leaders and civil society groups joined the call, urging security agencies to intensify search-and-rescue operations and improve protection for schools, especially in vulnerable areas.

The demonstrators also appealed to the Federal Government and state authorities to strengthen intelligence gathering and deploy more security personnel to prevent further incidents.

Authorities have assured residents that efforts are ongoing to rescue the abducted pupils and teachers and bring the perpetrators to justice.

As tensions persist, residents continue to call for stronger measures to safeguard schools and ensure the safety of children and educators across the region.