According to a report by Arise News on 17th July 2026, the Federal Government has arrested three men over the kidnapping of pupils and teachers in Oriire LGA of Oyo State.
The suspects are Abdulrazak Umar, Yunusa Musa, and Shamsu Adamu Sani. They have been charged before the Federal High Court in Abuja.
The defendants, all from Suleja LGA of Niger State, are facing charges bordering on terrorism, kidnapping, concealment, incitement and illegal mining. The government alleged that they conspired with three other suspects to abduct schoolchildren and teachers in Orire.
According to the charge sheet, the three men failed to report the alleged masterminds to security agencies despite knowing their activities. They were further accused of concealing information that could have led to the arrest of the suspects.
Separate charges were filed against the first defendant, Abdulrazak Umar. He was accused of providing training and instructions to terrorists through a WhatsApp group. He was also accused of inciting members to commit acts of terrorism.
A security source said investigations had been concluded. The three defendants are expected to appear before the Federal High Court in Abuja next week for arraignment.
