Rescue all remaining victims: Tinubu orders after 100 students regain freedom
By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the release of 100 students kidnapped from the Papiri Catholic School in Niger State, while ordering security agencies to swiftly secure the freedom of 115 students and their teachers still held captive.
The President commended security forces for their “steadfast work” in returning the first group of students to their families following the abduction on November 21.
In a statement, President Tinubu directed that the rescue of all remaining abducted Nigerians nationwide remains an absolute priority. “We must account for all the victims,” he said.
He assured parents that federal and Niger State authorities are collaborating closely to reunite all hostages with their families. Governor Umar Bago was also praised for his efforts.
Looking forward, the President issued a stern mandate to prevent further attacks on schools.
“Our security agencies, working with the governors, must prevent future kidnappings,” Tinubu stated. “Our children should no longer be sitting ducks for heartless terrorists intent on disrupting their education and subjecting them and their parents to unspeakable trauma.”
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with all states to secure schools and ensure a safer, more conducive learning environment.