By Segun Adewale, Bauchi
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has outrightly condemned the early-morning attack on Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu LGA of Kebbi state, which led to the abductions of about 25 students, and the killing of the Vice Principal by armed bandits.
The Caucus expressed extreme sadness and heartbroken that the innocent schoolgirls who are desirous of acquiring education towards becoming useful citizens, were kidnapped by groups of social misfits, viciously wicked renegades, and irascible outlaws.
The statement which was jointly signed by Rep. O.K China, Minority Leader, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Ali Isa J.C, Minority Whip, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Madaki, Deputy Minority Leader and Rt. Hon. George Ozodinobi, Deputy Minority Whip, and made available to Journalists Wednesday, expressed concern that the unfortunate incident is a tearful reminder about the June 17, 2021 abductions of about 80 students, and killings of 5 teachers at the Federal Government College, Birnin Yauri, in Kebbi state.
Given the severity of this latest banditry attack on the psychology, health, social, and security situations on the abducted schoolgirls, their families, fellow students, teachers, and the entire education sector in Kebbi state, the Caucus called on the Federal and State Governments to take decisive actions towards their immediate release from the kidnappers den.
According to the release, “Also, we call on the Nigerian Armed Forces, and other relevant security agencies to collaborate effectively in safely rescuing the schoolgirls, as well as arresting the armed bandits for necessary prosecution.”
The Caucus is further worried about the rising cases of insecurity across the country. Within the space of months, there has been negative incidences of killings, abductions, violence, and other security challenges in Zamfara, Kano, Benue, Plateau, and some other parts of the country.
“As a responsible and responsive group of lawmakers, the Caucus promised to pursue legislative actions; where and when necessary towards finding realistic solutions to these negative developments”, the Caucus concluded.
