Oriire Abduction: Family Appeals to FG, Makinde to Recover Remains of Slain Teacher John Olaleye

The family of Deacon John Olaleye, one of the teachers killed during the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to the Federal Government and Governor Seyi Makinde to help recover his remains for a proper burial.

The appeal came days after the rescue of 39 pupils and five surviving teachers who spent 56 days in captivity following the attack on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026.

The family said they were unaware that Olaleye had been killed by the abductors until the state government announced the outcome of the rescue operation.

Olaleye’s elder brother, while speaking in a video shared by TVC, said the family only discovered the tragic fate of the teacher after listening to the broadcast announcing the rescue of the abducted victims.

He appealed to the authorities to assist in recovering his brother’s remains, even if only skeletal remains could be found, so the family could give him a dignified burial.

The family also appealed for support for Olaleye’s widow and his three children, asking the government to assist with the education of the children and provide means of livelihood for the widow.

In a separate appeal, Olaleye’s widow expressed sadness over the confirmation of her husband’s death, saying she had hoped he would return home alongside the rescued pupils and teachers.

She pleaded with the government to help recover her husband’s body and support the family, especially in catering for their three children who were left behind.

The Oriire abduction occurred when terrorists attacked three schools in the area, abducting 39 pupils and seven teachers. During the period of captivity, two teachers were reportedly killed by the attackers.

Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was earlier killed by the abductors, with a video of the incident circulating online, while Olaleye was later confirmed as the second teacher killed during the ordeal.

The rescued principal of Community High School, Oriire, Mrs Rachael Alamu, had earlier revealed that the terrorists killed the two teachers in captivity as a way of pressuring the government to meet their demands.

She said Olaleye was killed on the first Sunday of June, adding that the abductors deliberately targeted the teachers because they believed it would force authorities to respond to their demands.

Following the rescue operation, the survivors were taken for medical attention and psychosocial support before being reunited with their families.

The Federal Government described the rescue operation as an intelligence-led mission involving multiple security agencies.

The Senate had also approved a N50 million donation for the families of five victims who lost their lives during the rescue operation, including the two slain teachers and three soldiers, with each family expected to receive N10 million.

However, Olaleye’s widow said she was not aware of the Senate’s donation when asked about the support.

The family continues to appeal for government intervention to recover Deacon Olaleye’s remains, provide closure for his loved ones and support the children he left behind.

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