Report from Ogbomoso in Oyo State indicates that some gunmen have attacked an immigration office in the ancient city.

It was gathered that the attack took place on Tuesday night at about 10 pm.

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It was learnt that the officers on duty were dispossessed of their guns.

A reliable source within Ogbomoso, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, confirmed the incident to DAILY POST.

However, efforts made to get a reaction from the Public Relations Officer of the State Police command proved abortive as of the time of filing this report on Wednesday.

Several high-ranking terrorist commanders and more than 50 insurgents have reportedly been killed in coordinated air strikes carried out by troops under Operation Hadin Kai in the Lake Chad region.

Military sources, quoted by counter-insurgency publication Zagazola Makama, said the strikes were executed on May 31 around the Kirta and Arina Ciki axis following credible intelligence on heightened terrorist activities in the area.

According to the report, the operation targeted key insurgent enclaves, logistics hubs, and supply routes used by the terrorists to sustain their operations across the Lake Chad Basin.

“Post-strike battle damage assessments indicated that among those neutralised were Khalifa Umar, a prominent member of the terrorists’ Shura Council from Sigir, alongside two field commanders identified as Abdallah and Abduljalil,” Makama reported.

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The sources disclosed to The Guardian that the offensive resulted in the elimination of over 50 insurgents, dealing a major setback to the terror network operating within the region.

The air strikes also reportedly destroyed several logistics facilities, supply depots, and life-support structures considered critical to the group’s operational capacity.

“In addition to the loss of key personnel, several logistics facilities, supply depots, and life-support structures used by the terrorists were destroyed during the strikes, further degrading their ability to sustain operations across the Lake Chad Basin,” the publication stated.

The report added that the sustained aerial bombardment has intensified pressure on insurgent groups, forcing many fighters to abandon their traditional island hideouts for more vulnerable positions on the mainland.

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Makama further quoted security sources as describing the security situation across the theatre of operations as “calm but fluid,” underscoring the need for sustained vigilance by troops and security agencies.

Despite the volatile environment, the sources expressed confidence in the combat readiness, morale, and operational effectiveness of troops participating in the ongoing counterinsurgency operations.

“The latest success is expected to consolidate recent gains recorded by the Nigerian Armed Forces and reinforce ongoing efforts aimed at restoring lasting peace and stability in the region,” the report added.

Protests erupted in Abuja on Tuesday as teachers under the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Wing, staged a solidarity rally to condemn the recent abduction of pupils in Oyo State and demand stronger security measures for schools across the country.

The rally, held under the theme “United for Education, Together for Our Future,” was organised in response to the growing wave of attacks on educational institutions, including the recent kidnapping of pupils in Oyo and Borno states.

The protesters, who marched from the headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Education to Area 11, carried placards with inscriptions such as “Release our teachers and learners unconditionally,” “Teachers Deserve Security, Not Fear,” “End the Reign of Fear in Our Schools,” among others.

The demonstration followed the May 15 abduction of scores of pupils and teachers from three schools in Ahoro-Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

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Armed men riding motorcycles invaded Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, Community Grammar School, and L.A. Primary School, Esiele, killing an assistant headmaster and a motorcyclist before whisking away pupils, teachers, and school administrators.

The incident drew national outrage after one of the abducted teachers, mathematics teacher Michael Oyedokun, was later killed by the kidnappers, which prompted calls for stronger protection of schools and learning environments across the country.

Chairman of NUT FCT, Abdullahi Shafa, while addressing the protesters, said the demonstration followed a directive from the union’s national headquarters for teachers nationwide to show solidarity with victims of attacks on schools.

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According to him, the continued targeting of teachers and students poses a serious threat to education and the future of the country.

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Shafa lamented the killing of a teacher during the Oyo attack, describing the incident as tragic and unacceptable.

“A teacher who dedicated his life to educating children was killed in a most unfortunate manner. It is painful, disturbing, and devastating. Such acts are not good for the education system, the teaching profession or our children,” he said.

He noted that teachers serve in every part of the country, including remote communities, and should not be exposed to insecurity while carrying out their duties.

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The union leader warned that attacks on teachers and learners could discourage education, particularly in rural areas where access to schooling is already limited.

He called on the government at all levels to strengthen security around schools by deploying adequate personnel, constructing perimeter fences, and improving educational infrastructure.

“Our message to government is clear: protect our teachers and students. Schools must be safe environments where teaching and learning can take place without fear,” he said.