Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has urged the Federal Government to go beyond securing the release of the abducted school pupils and their teachers in Oyo State by providing rehabilitation, psychosocial support and scholarships for the victims, while also ensuring a dignified burial for the teacher reportedly killed during the incident.
Adeyanju, in a statement issued in Abuja, commended the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government, security agencies and all those involved in securing the victims’ release, describing their safe return as a huge relief to their families and Nigerians who had prayed for their freedom.
“I”wish to commend the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government, our security agencies, and everyone whose efforts contributed to the safe release of the abducted school pupils and their teachers. Their return is a great relief to their families and to all Nigerians who stood in hope and prayer throughout this difficult period.” Adeyanju said
He, however, called on the relevant authorities to account for the remains of the teacher reportedly killed during the attack, saying the family deserved the opportunity to bury their loved one.
“W”ile we celebrate this welcome development, I call on the relevant authorities to provide clarity on the whereabouts of the body of the teacher who was reportedly killed during the unfortunate incident, so that the family can be given the opportunity to accord their loved one a dignified burial.” “e said
The activist further stressed that the trauma suffered by the rescued pupils and teachers should not be ignored, urging the government to prioritise their rehabilitation and long-term welfare.
“B”yond securing their release, it is imperative that the government prioritise the rehabilitation and psychosocial support of the rescued pupils and teachers. The traumatic experience they have endured should not be overlooked. I also urge the government to provide scholarships for the affected pupils up to the university level as a meaningful investment in their future and as a demonstration of the nanation’sommitment to their welfare.” “e said
Adeyanju also called for renewed efforts to strengthen security nationwide to prevent similar incidents in the future.
“M”y this unfortunate incident further strengthen our resolve to improve security across the country and ensure that no child is ever deprived of a safe learning environment again,” “deyanju said
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