A Nigerian Army commander revealed that thick forest canopy in Old Oyo National Park prevented Air Force and drone surveillance during a rescue operation.

Abducted pupils and teachers in Nigeria remain in captivity after 27 days, with authorities stating they have not yet left the Old Oyo National Park corridor.

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, described the rescue of 44 persons in the Old Oyo National Park as a renewed source of hope for Nigeria in the fight against insecurity.

Sunday Igboho has pledged to continue anti-kidnapping operations after his 'Iru Ekun' operatives reportedly faced a shooting during a surveillance mission in a section of the Old Oyo National Park, identified as a hideout for armed groups.