According to a report by The Sun News, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, retired Major General Ishola Williams has expressed support for Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s call for an independent international investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, as well as the military operation that eventually secured their freedom.
Williams said the governor’s request is not unusual, stressing that it aligns with actions taken during previous major security incidents in Nigeria.
According to the retired military officer, similar demands for international involvement were made during the abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls, making Makinde’s position consistent with an already established pattern.Get The Full Story Here.
