Military confirms death of Army lieutenant in rescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers
By Kingsley Omonobi
nMilitary sources have confirmed the death of an Army officer, Lieutenant F.A. Isaac, during the operation that rescued 44 abducted pupils and teachers from the Old Oyo National Park.
nThe victims were rescued on July 10, 2026, in a coordinated operation involving security agencies after spending several days in captivity.
nAccording to the sources, Lieutenant Isaac was killed in the line of duty during the rescue mission and was buried the same day.
nOyo State Governor Seyi Makinde had earlier confirmed that the military recorded a casualty during the operation. Sources said Lieutenant Isaac was among the officers leading efforts to rescue the abducted pupils and teachers when he was fatally wounded.
nThe pupils and teachers were abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on or about June 6, 2026, before their eventual rescue by security operatives.
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