Lateef Adedimeji Urges Action Over Child Abductions

Lateef Adedimeji Urges Action as the actor calls on authorities to secure the release of abducted children and teachers in Nigeria

Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has called on government authorities to take urgent action over the ongoing security crises in Nigeria, particularly the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers, urging officials to secure their safe return.

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In a message shared on X, formerly Twitter, Adedimeji questioned how classrooms had become unsafe and how vulnerable children had fallen into the hands of criminals despite assurances from elected leaders.

The actor said the situation reflected a painful reality facing many Nigerians and expressed concern that political campaigns were continuing while families remained in anguish over the fate of abducted children.

“Who would have thought that classrooms would no longer be safe? Who would have thought that vulnerable children would be turned over to pawns in the hands of the people we elected?” Adedimeji wrote.

The award-winning actor also challenged political leaders to move beyond campaign promises and respond decisively to the growing insecurity affecting communities across the country.

Addressing government officials directly, Adedimeji pleaded for the release of the abducted pupils and their teachers, saying authorities knew what steps were required and should act immediately.

The appeal follows renewed public concern over the reported abduction of dozens of children in Oyo State.

The incident sparked widespread reactions from celebrities, activists and members of the public, many of whom used Children’s Day commemorations to highlight the plight of the victims.

Adedimeji had earlier spoken out about the incident, describing the situation as particularly heartbreaking from a parent’s perspective.

He urged security agencies and government authorities to fulfil their responsibilities and bring the children home.

Several prominent entertainment figures also voiced concern.

Among them were Ruth Kadiri, Paul Okoye, Patience Ozokwo, Toke Makinwa and Mercy Eke, who expressed sadness over the reports and called for stronger action to protect children.

Actor Kunle Remi criticised what he described as a growing normalisation of tragedy, while actress Toyin Abraham questioned efforts to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The issue has also prompted wider calls for reform.

Actress Yvonne Jegede described recent events as inhumane, while Lala Akindoju raised concerns about the impact of insecurity on ordinary citizens.

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As pressure mounts on authorities, Adedimeji’s latest intervention adds to growing demands for decisive and powerful measures to tackle kidnapping, protect schools and restore public confidence in security across Nigeria.