The 24 students abducted from Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, in Danko-Wasagu LGA of Kebbi State have regained their freedom.
Presidential Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the development in a statement on Tuesday evening. He said President Bola Tinubu commended the security agencies for their swift and coordinated efforts, urging them to intensify operations to free all remaining captives across the country.
“I am relieved that all the 24 girls have been accounted for. We must urgently deploy more boots on the ground in vulnerable areas to prevent further kidnappings. My government will provide all necessary support to achieve this,” the President said.
The schoolgirls were abducted last Monday after bandits stormed their hostel, triggering public outrage and renewed calls for strengthened security around schools, particularly in rural communities in the North-West.
