The usually quiet community of Oremeta, located in Lambe, Ogun State, was thrown into chaos on Friday, January 10, 2025, as masked men invaded and attacked the area. The incident, which occurred shortly after 2 p.m., sent shockwaves through the community, leaving residents in panic and despair.

Eyewitnesses reported hearing chaotic sounds, gunshots, and seeing people fleeing in fear. Tragically, schoolchildren returning home at the time were caught in the attack, with several reportedly kidnapped. The exact number of abducted children remains unclear, throwing parents into deep anguish as they desperately seek answers and the safe return of their loved ones.

According to a source, the masked men were allegedly searching for an unidentified individual. When their target could not be found, they turned to kidnapping as an alternative, further escalating the crisis.

A resident described the ordeal as “scary and devastating,” calling it a broad daylight robbery. She added that such incidents were rare in the community, recalling a time long ago when kidnappers issued warning letters before carrying out their crimes.

Efforts to reach the Ogun State Commissioner of Police for a statement on the situation have so far been unsuccessful, leaving the community anxiously awaiting action and assurances of safety.

This traumatic event reveals the growing insecurity faced by many communities and emphasizes the urgent need for enhanced security measures to protect vulnerable populations, especially schoolchildren.

As investigations continue, the thoughts and prayers of many remain with the families affected, hoping for the swift rescue of the kidnapped children and justice for the perpetrators of this act.