The principal of Community High School in Oyo State, Rachael Alamu, has shared harrowing details of the 56-day ordeal her schoolchildren and teachers endured after being kidnapped.During captivity, the abductors subjected the children to severe beatings, particularly targeting the youngest victims like Waliya and Salam.

The captives were blindfolded, handcuffed, and chained, with men facing harsher treatment as they were physically restrained to prevent escape attempts.While none of the female captives were sexually molested, many children suffered physical abuse due to their perceived noise.The rescue operation, involving military and security forces, ended on July 10, 2026, after weeks of coordinated efforts.Tragically, two teachers and several security operatives were killed during the abduction and rescue.

The incident has sparked calls for improved security in Oyo State, with the principal describing the experience as one of the most traumatic of her life.The abductors beheaded teacher Michael Oyedokun in a video that shocked the nation.This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of kidnapping and insecurity in the region.