
A widow of an Oyo teacher has appealed to authorities for the recovery of her husband’s remains after he was killed in a coordinated school attack.
Details of the School Attacks in Oyo State
The violence struck several schools in the Oriire Local Government Area, including Community High School, Ahoro-Esiele, L.A. Primary School, Esiele, and Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota. During the assault, numerous pupils and teachers were abducted by the attackers.
Public Reaction to the Viral Video
A video allegedly depicting the killing of Mr. Michael Oyedokun surfaced online, triggering widespread outrage across social media platforms and prompting condemnation from various quarters.
Widow’s Emotional Plea
In a heartfelt recording, Mrs. Mary Oyedokun begged security forces and the government to locate her husband’s remains so he could be given a dignified burial. She said, “Please, I am begging the government and security agencies to help me recover my husband’s remains. I want to bury him properly, so he can have a burial site for future reference.”
Mrs Mary Oyedokun, the widow of Mr Micheal Oyedokun who was beheaded by the bandits that invaded Oyo state has pleaded with the government and security agencies to help her recover the remains of her husband💔💔 pic.twitter.com/gUCnVqcqPf — Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) May 22, 2026