Kebbi State Governor: We’ll do everything to rescue Kebbi schoolgirls

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has pledged unwavering commitment to securing the release of students abducted from the Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS) in Maga.

The attack, carried out on Monday by armed men, resulted in the death of the school’s vice-principal, Hassan Yakubu Makuku, and the abduction of 25 students.

During a visit to the affected community, Governor Idris said the trip was aimed at assessing the situation directly and offering comfort to grieving families. He condemned the incident, calling it a tragic blow to the entire community.

“The unfortunate has already happened. Our children have been taken,” Idris said. “We came to see things for ourselves and to meet the parents. We assured them that we will do everything possible to ensure the safe return of their children. We want them to remain confident that security agencies are working tirelessly.”

The governor added that security forces have intensified search and rescue operations in a coordinated effort to track the kidnappers and recover the missing students.

According to the state government, collaboration with security agencies, traditional leaders, and community stakeholders will continue until the girls are safely reunited with their families.