Tinubu Assures Safe Return Of Abducted Kebbi School Girls

From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi 

President Bola Tinubu has vowed that the Federal Government would use every instrument of the state to ensure the safe release of the abducted Kebbi schoolgirls.

Tinubu who spoke through the vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima who has come to the State on behalf of the President on a condolence visit disclosed that no stone would be left unturned to bring the 25 abducted School girls back to their parents. 

“Kebbi, you are not alone, Nigeria stands with you. We shall not rest until your daughters, our daughters return to your warm embrace.

He stated that Kebbi people’s pain was the pain of the entire nation, “when one child is taken, every home in this nation griefs.

“When girls, in the safety of their classrooms are seized  by criminals, our collective conscience is assaulted.”

He commended the gallant officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agents for their courage, tirelessness and sacrifices.

The president also lauded Dr. Nasir Idris for being steadfast, saying that the nation stands with him, the abducted girls and the people of the state.

Special tribute was paid to the late Brigadier General Musa Uba and the Vice Principal of the school, who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending the students.

Responding, Dr. Nasir Idris commended the President for his swift response to the unfortunate incident by dispatching Shettima for the historic visit.

Governor Idris also acknowledged the invaluable efforts of the various security agencies, promising to continue partnering with them to ensure safe rescue of the abducted girls.