Popular media personality Chude Jideonwo has condemned the recent attacks on schools in Oyo State, calling the incidents a national disgrace and a tragedy for Nigeria’s future. He visited the affected communities in Oriire Local Government Area to witness firsthand the aftermath of the violent assault that left two people dead and dozens of schoolchildren, teachers, and a principal abducted. The attacks targeted Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Yawota, Community Grammar School in Esiele, and LA Primary School in Ogbomoso, all of which were hit by armed bandits in a coordinated strike.
Jideonwo, known for his in-depth interviews with top figures in entertainment and public life, expressed deep shock during his visit. He entered one of the classrooms where the abduction occurred and found students’ school bags and books still scattered on the floor, untouched since the day of the attack. “These are the bags and school books of the students who were kidnapped,” he said in a video shared online. “They were literally in the middle of class when the bandits came. You have to be here physically to understand the enormity of what Nigeria has allowed to happen to our children, the generational trauma, it is a disgrace and it is a tragedy.”
The Oyo State Police Command confirmed that the assault resulted in the deaths of two individuals and the abduction of numerous pupils, educators, and school staff. The incident has sparked widespread outrage across social media, with citizens expressing grief and frustration over the government’s response—or lack thereof. Many Nigerians are demanding urgent action and accountability, especially as the president has remained silent on the matter despite the severity of the crime.
Online reactions reflect the national anguish. One user, habeebah205, wrote, “Government of the people by the people and for the people is this how we’re going to continue suffering and we be endure.” Another, ladephoneaccessories, said, “I can’t hold back my tears at this point Bcos only God knows what those little children are going through in the hands of those bandits.” tiwa_makeover_ added, “Olorun I could not sleep this is past 3 God please save those peoples olorun jor those kids are traumatized already.” Its._mirra criticized the president’s silence, stating, “Honestly, the president silence about this abduction is so crazy and annoying Ah! A whole man, a school teacher was behe@ded on live streaming and the president refused to address the whole thing. Chai! There is God oo.”
The attacks have reignited conversations about insecurity in Nigeria’s educational institutions and the urgent need for stronger security measures. As the search for the abducted continues, Jideonwo’s visit and words serve as a stark reminder of the human cost of inaction. The nation now watches closely, hoping for swift rescue and justice, while also grappling with the long-term impact on children’s safety and trust in public institutions.
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