IGP Disu visits communities after Oyo terrorist attack, orders intensified rescue operation

The Inspector‑General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, visited Oyo State after the tragic attack and abduction that took place in Oriire Local Government Area on the early hours of Friday, 15 May 2026.

During his visit, the IGP expressed deep concern over the incident and offered heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives.

He was accompanied by the Commissioner of Police for the Kwara State Command, CP Ojo Adekimi, because the Oriire area lies close to communities that border Kwara State, as well as by the Commissioner of Police for the Schools Protection Squad, CP Abayomi Shogunle.

The Inspector‑General met with the Commissioner of Police for the Oyo State Command, CP Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, and other security stakeholders. He received operational briefings on the ongoing rescue efforts and the deployment of security forces across the affected communities.

The IGP assured residents, parents and guardians that the Nigeria Police Force, together with other security agencies, has intensified coordinated search‑and‑rescue operations, intelligence gathering and tactical deployments aimed at securing the safe return of all abducted victims and bringing the perpetrators to justice.

He condemned the attack as cruel and unacceptable, reiterating that no effort would be spared in restoring normalcy to the affected communities.

The Inspector‑General also directed the deployment of additional tactical and intelligence assets to strengthen ongoing operations in the area and surrounding forests.