‘Successful rescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers deserves recognition’ – Murray-Bruce

A former Bayelsa senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has commended President Bola Tinubu and the nation’s security agencies following the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State.

He described the operation as a demonstration of effective leadership, intelligence and professionalism.

Reacting in a post on his verified X handle on Friday, Murray-Bruce said the safe return of the victims underscored what could be achieved through coordinated security efforts.

“The successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State is a remarkable achievement and a testament to what can be accomplished when leadership, intelligence, and professionalism come together,” he wrote.

He praised President Tinubu for what he described as his commitment to the security of Nigerians and singled out the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for coordinating the country’s security architecture.

He said, “I commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his steadfast commitment to the security of Nigerians and offer special praise to the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, whose coordination of our security architecture continues to deliver tangible results. I also salute the DSS and all the security personnel involved in this operation.”

Murray-Bruce added that the successful rescue deserved national recognition and encouragement.

“Every child returned safely to their family is a victory for our nation. This is the kind of success that deserves recognition and encouragement,” he wrote.

His comments followed the Presidency’s confirmation that the abducted pupils and teachers had been rescued alive during a coordinated security operation.