The minority caucus in the House of Representatives has tasked the federal government with the release of the abducted female students of the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
It condemned the early-morning Monday attack, which led to the abduction of the 25 students and the killing of the vice principal of the school by bandits.
This was contained in a statement jointly issued and signed by the leaders of the caucus and made available to journalists on Wednesday.
“The caucus is extremely sad 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 caucus is concerned that the unfortunate incident is a tearful reminder about the June 17, 2021, abductions of about 80 students and killings of five 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 of the abducted schoolgirls, their families, fellow students, teachers, and the entire education sector in Kebbi State, the caucus calls on the federal government and the state government to take decisive actions towards their immediate release from the kidnappers’ den.
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“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. Yesterday, terrorists unleashed violent attacks on Eruku, Kwara State, killing several people and abducting several others.
” Within the space of months, there have been negative incidents of killings, abductions, violence, and other security challenges in Zamfara, Kogi, Kano, Benue, Plateau States, and some other parts of the country.
“As a responsible and responsive group of lawmakers, the caucus promises to pursue legislative actions where and when necessary towards finding realistic solutions to these negative developments,” the caucus said.
