In an emotional statement released by the Office of the Coordinator, the association described the incident as heartbreaking and devastating, noting that families of the victims are currently living in fear, uncertainty, and pain.
Speaking on behalf of the association, the Oyo State Coordinator, Comr. Oluchi Joy O., lamented the growing insecurity affecting students and educational institutions across the country.
“Today, our hearts are heavy, our eyes are filled with tears, and our voices tremble with pain as we cry out for the safe release of the 42 students and their teachers who were kidnapped in Ogbomosho,” the statement read.
The association stressed that the victims are not just statistics but human beings with dreams, ambitions, and loved ones anxiously waiting for their return.
“These are our brothers, sisters, children, friends, and teachers. No parent deserves to live with the fear of not knowing whether their child will return home safely. No teacher should suffer simply for dedicating their life to educating others,” the statement added.
ANFS called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, security agencies, and all relevant authorities to act swiftly and decisively to secure the immediate release of the abducted students and teachers.
The association also made an emotional plea to the abductors, urging them to show mercy and release the victims unharmed.
“We plead with you, please show mercy. These students and educators have done nothing wrong. They are innocent people with bright futures and families who love them dearly. Please set them free and allow them to return home safely,” the statement continued.
ANFS further emphasized that education should never become a dangerous pursuit, insisting that schools must remain safe spaces for learning, growth, and hope rather than fear and sorrow.
“Education is a right, not a crime,” the group stated firmly.
The incident has continued to spark reactions from concerned Nigerians, students, and human rights advocates who are calling for urgent action to address insecurity and protect students across the country.
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