Oyo Abduction: Blame game unnecessary- Arise TV's Rufai picks holes in Makinde, FG feud

Author: Matthew AtungwuPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: Nigeria
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Oyo Abduction: Blame game unnecessary- Arise TV's Rufai picks holes in Makinde, FG feud

Nigerian TV host Rufai Oseni condemned the blame game between Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the Federal Government over the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area. Makinde called for a UN investigation, drawing criticism from FG and APC. Oseni argued that the focus should be on lasting solutions rather than political arguments, questioning the need for an investigation after the victims were rescued. He also noted inconsistencies in Makinde's linking the abduction to his presidential ambition, referencing past security issues like Sunday Igboho.

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