Nigerian Government Announces Rescue of 24 Schoolgirls Abducted from Kebbi State
The Nigerian government has confirmed that all 24 schoolgirls abducted from a school in Kebbi state last week have been rescued. The girls, who were taken by assailants on November 17, had previously escaped one of their captors, but the remaining 23 were rescued without details on their condition being made public.
According to President Bola Tinubu's statement, the rescue is a relief for all parties involved, and he has urged an urgent increase in security measures in vulnerable areas to prevent further kidnappings. The attack on the Government Girls Comprehensive secondary school was one of several recent mass abductions in Nigeria, including a raid on St Mary's school in Niger state that saw over 300 students and staff abducted.
The girls who were rescued are being held by authorities, with some reports suggesting they are in Birnin Kebbi. Their families have expressed relief and gratitude for their daughters' safe return, but some have also raised concerns about the government's handling of the situation.
Experts say that schools have become a target for armed gangs due to their strategic importance and the presence of valuable resources. The kidnappings have been attributed to former herders who have turned to armed robbery after clashes over land and resources.
The crisis has led to international condemnation, with US President Donald Trump sparking controversy by claiming that Christians are being persecuted in Nigeria. In reality, attacks have affected both Christians and Muslims, making it essential for authorities to address the root causes of insecurity in the country.
So far this year, at least 1,500 students have been abducted, many of whom were released after ransoms were paid. As arrests remain rare and ransom payments are common, the Nigerian government's efforts to tackle the crisis will be closely monitored by locals and international observers alike.
The Nigerian government has confirmed that all 24 schoolgirls abducted from a school in Kebbi state last week have been rescued. The girls, who were taken by assailants on November 17, had previously escaped one of their captors, but the remaining 23 were rescued without details on their condition being made public.
According to President Bola Tinubu's statement, the rescue is a relief for all parties involved, and he has urged an urgent increase in security measures in vulnerable areas to prevent further kidnappings. The attack on the Government Girls Comprehensive secondary school was one of several recent mass abductions in Nigeria, including a raid on St Mary's school in Niger state that saw over 300 students and staff abducted.
The girls who were rescued are being held by authorities, with some reports suggesting they are in Birnin Kebbi. Their families have expressed relief and gratitude for their daughters' safe return, but some have also raised concerns about the government's handling of the situation.
Experts say that schools have become a target for armed gangs due to their strategic importance and the presence of valuable resources. The kidnappings have been attributed to former herders who have turned to armed robbery after clashes over land and resources.
The crisis has led to international condemnation, with US President Donald Trump sparking controversy by claiming that Christians are being persecuted in Nigeria. In reality, attacks have affected both Christians and Muslims, making it essential for authorities to address the root causes of insecurity in the country.
So far this year, at least 1,500 students have been abducted, many of whom were released after ransoms were paid. As arrests remain rare and ransom payments are common, the Nigerian government's efforts to tackle the crisis will be closely monitored by locals and international observers alike.
they must've been going through such a traumatic experience, I can only imagine how scared & helpless they must feel 
it's just not right that schools are being targeted like this, especially in Nigeria where kids should be safe learning their books 
the govt needs to step up their security measures ASAP, but also make sure these girls get proper support & counseling after all they've been through 
I'm glad to hear that 24 schoolgirls from Kebbi state have been rescued 
! It's a huge relief for their families and everyone involved in this ordeal 
. But, I gotta say, it's a bit concerning that they're not sharing details about the girls' condition... transparency is key here 
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. It's also worrying that schools have become a target for armed gangs... it's just not right 
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. We need to see more action from authorities and a safer environment for our young ones to grow up in 
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. I mean, can't we do better than this? 
seems like we're just band-aiding the problem without addressing the root causes. Fingers crossed that the Nigerian government can do more than just increase security measures...
. Maybe they didn't have all the info at first hand or something? I mean, you can't just rush into everything with these sensitive situations. We gotta be patient and understanding 
. The numbers are crazy - 1,500 students abducted so far! It's like, what's the plan here? 
. The kidnappers aren't just random guys, they're often former herders who have turned to armed robbery... it's a whole system problem, you feel me? 
! It's a huge sigh of relief for their families and everyone who was worried sick about them 
. The fact that they're safe and sound is just amazing 
. We need to keep supporting these girls and their communities during this tough time 
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I'm so relieved that all 24 schoolgirls from Kebbi state have been rescued 
... like, come on guys, 1,500 students abducted in one year? That's crazy! And now they're saying that former herders turned to armed robbery? Sounds fishy to me 
... why haven't there been more arrests and what's going on with all these ransom payments? And let's not forget about President Trump's comment about Christians being persecuted in Nigeria - that's just a total red flag 
. We can't just keep paying ransoms and hoping for the best 
. We need to tackle the underlying issues of land disputes, poverty, and inequality. Until we do that, these attacks will keep happening 
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and that the Nigerian gov makes progress in keeping its schools safe 