Crime
Kidnapping: FG vows to make schools safe in Nigeria
…..As NSA hand over 100 rescued catholic pupils to Gov Bago
By Daniel Ebi, Minna
The Federal government has handed over 100 rescued Pupils of Catholic school children from Papiri 8n Agwara local government area over to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago at a solemn ceremony at Government house, Minna.
Representative of the National security Adviser, Alhaji Nuhu Ribadu, Wing Commander Abdullahi Adi Hong while handling over the Pupils assured that the Federal government is determined to ensure that Nigerian Children have access to safe learning environment.
He explained that, that the rescue operation was spearheaded by the Department of State Services, the Army and other sister security agencies.
” This operation took two intensive weeks by the DSS, Army and other security agencies to carry out in a well coordinated manner”
He assured Nigerians that the Federal government is determined to protect all communities and called on subnational and traditional rulers to foster partnership towards curtailing insecurity.
” This administration is committed towards ensuring that schools are safe for Nigerian children to learn by ensuring their safety “
In his remarks, Governor Mohammed Umar Bago commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and security agencies for the rescue of 100 out of the 251 students and teachers.
“Today is quite fundamental in Niger State, because, this is a redefining moment for our State
” For those who ate praying, let’s continue to pray until the remaining students and teachers join us safely “
He disclosed that, the State government has provided medical attention for the rescued students adding that, the State government is working closely with CAN for the reintegration of children with their families.
