Military sources have confirmed that an Army officer, Lieutenant F.A. Isaac, lost his life during the operation that led to the rescue of 44 abducted pupils and teachers from the Old Oyo National Park.
The victims regained their freedom on July 10, 2026, following a coordinated rescue operation carried out by security agencies after spending several days in captivity.
According to the sources, Lieutenant Isaac was killed in the line of duty while participating in the rescue mission. He was laid to rest the same day in accordance with military tradition.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde had earlier disclosed that the military suffered a casualty during the operation. Sources identified the fallen officer as Lieutenant Isaac, who was among the personnel leading efforts to secure the safe release of the abducted pupils and teachers when he sustained fatal injuries.
The pupils and their teachers were abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on or about June 6, 2026, before they were eventually rescued by security operatives.
