I received with profound sadness and deep concern the news of the reported abduction of members of the family of Chief Adebayo Adelabu.
My thoughts and prayers are with Chief Adelabu, his family and loved ones during this painful and distressing period. No family should have to endure the fear, uncertainty and emotional trauma associated with such a heartbreaking experience.
As a fellow stakeholder in our great party and, more importantly, as a father and citizen of Oyo State, I stand in solidarity with the Adelabu family and all those affected by this unfortunate incident.
At moments like this, political affiliations, ambitions and differences become secondary. What matters most is our shared humanity and our collective responsibility to support one another in times of difficulty.
I join the people of Oyo State and Nigerians across the country in praying for the safe, immediate and unharmed return of the victims. I also urge the relevant security agencies to intensify ongoing efforts and deploy every necessary resource toward securing their rescue and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.
The security of our people must remain a collective priority.
I urge all citizens to continue supporting lawful security efforts and to keep the victims, their families and all those affected by insecurity across our state in their prayers.
May Almighty God protect the victims, comfort their loved ones, grant wisdom and success to our security agencies, and bring a peaceful and speedy resolution to this unfortunate situation.
Our prayers remain with the Adelabu family, the abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire, and every family in Oyo State that has suffered the pain and trauma of insecurity.
May God bless Oyo State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dr. Ayobami Wasiu Lam-Adesina