APC Calls on Governor Makinde to Explain Kidnapping of Cocoa Research Institute Staff in Oyo
APC expressed displeasure over the kidnapping of three staff members of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) in Oyo State.
In Brief
- •APC expressed displeasure over the kidnapping of three staff members of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) in Oyo State.
- •The abduction occurred last Friday (2026‑10‑07) within the CRIN premises.
- •APC demanded that Governor Seyi Makinde explain the circumstances and outline measures to rescue the victims and curb insecurity.
- •APC urged the governor to communicate the steps being taken to prevent future incidents.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores the growing security challenges facing Oyo State, where the government has been criticized for inadequate protection of public institutions. The kidnapping of research staff not only threatens the continuity of vital agricultural research but also signals a broader erosion of public trust in state security measures.
Key Details
- Number of abducted staff
- 3
- Location of abduction
- Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, Oyo State
- Date of abduction
- 2026-10-07
- Party involved
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
- Governor questioned
- Seyi Makinde
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