The family of Michael Olugbade Oyedokun, one of the two teachers murdered after the abduction of pupils and school staff in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to the Federal Government to help recover his remains for a dignified burial.

The appeal was made in an open letter addressed to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to direct security agencies to intensify efforts to locate Oyedokun's body.

Oyedokun was among the 44 pupils and teachers abducted by suspected terrorists during coordinated attacks on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15. He was later killed while in captivity. According to the family, his remains have not been recovered, leaving them unable to give him a proper burial.

Expressing gratitude to the Federal Government and security agencies for rescuing the surviving victims, the family acknowledged the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force and other intelligence agencies involved in the operation.

"We sincerely thank Your Excellency for the efforts of the Federal Government, the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Department of State Services, the Nigeria Police Force, and other security and intelligence agencies whose dedication and sacrifice led to the successful rescue of the kidnapped victims in Oyo State," the letter stated.

"The safe return of these victims has restored hope to their families and reaffirmed our confidence in the Government's commitment to protecting the lives and liberty of its citizens. For this, we are deeply grateful."

Despite the successful rescue operation, the family said the inability to recover Oyedokun's remains has left them in prolonged grief.

"Our beloved relative, Mr. Michael Olugbade Oyedokun, tragically lost his life while in captivity. Although the rescue operation was successful, his remains have yet to be recovered and returned to us for a dignified burial in accordance with our faith, traditions, and values.

"The absence of his body has prolonged our grief and denied our family the closure that every human being deserves. We continue to live with the pain of not knowing where he rests, unable to perform the final rites that would honour his memory and bring peace to our hearts."

The family urged President Tinubu to direct the relevant security agencies to continue the search for Oyedokun's remains.

"Your Excellency, we respectfully appeal that you direct the relevant security agencies to intensify efforts to locate and recover the remains of Mr. Michael Olugbade Oyedokun.

"We are confident that the same resolve which secured the freedom of the surviving victims can also ensure that his body is returned to his family.

"Recovering his remains is more than a humanitarian act; it is a solemn obligation that reflects the dignity of every Nigerian life. It would demonstrate that no citizen is forgotten, abandoned, or denied dignity, even in death."