Oyo Abduction Inquiry Panel Calls For Public Memoranda, Sets August 14 Deadline

Oyo Abduction Inquiry Panel Calls for Public Memoranda, Sets August 14 Deadline The Judicial Commission of Inquiry established by the Oyo State Government to investigate the abduction of 46 pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Council has called on members of the public to submit memoranda and relevant information to assist its investigation. The panel has fixed Friday, August 14, 2026, as the deadline for receiving submissions from individuals, organisations and other stakeholders who may have information relevant to the incident. The call for memoranda is aimed at gathering evidence and accounts that could help the commission establish the circumstances surrounding the abduction. Members of the public who witnessed events connected to the incident, have relevant documents or possess information that could assist the inquiry are being encouraged to make submissions before the deadline.

The commission was established by the Oyo State Government to examine the circumstances surrounding the abduction of 46 pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Council. The inquiry is expected to consider available evidence and information from relevant individuals and institutions as part of efforts to understand what happened and determine appropriate recommendations. The development comes alongside a report that the Department of State Services DSS has released an artisan in connection with the wider investigation.

The release forms part of ongoing developments surrounding the case as authorities continue efforts to establish the facts and address security concerns arising from the incident. With the deadline approaching, the commission is urging members of the public with relevant information to submit their memoranda by Friday, August 14, 2026. The submissions could provide the panel with additional evidence and perspectives as it continues its investigation.