Abducted Oyo principal speaks from captivity, begs Nigerians to secure their freedom

Author: Victor AhiumaYoung & Adeola BadruPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Nigeria
Crime & Law
Abducted Oyo principal speaks from captivity, begs Nigerians to secure their freedom

The principal of Community High School, Esiele, Oyo State, Mrs. Rachael Folawe Alamu, appeared in a viral video after 25 days in captivity. She denied reports that her kidnappers demanded a N1 billion ransom or the imposition of Sharia law. The abductors' only demand is the release of some of their people. She urged Nigerians not to play politics with their lives and to secure their release.

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