Tinubu touched by Kebbi Schoolgirls Kidnap, Murder of General, sends VP on Condolence Visit Security

By Olawale Lamina

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated Vice President Kashim Shettima to embark on a sympathy visit on Wednesday over the tragedy that resulted in the kidnap of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi state and the murder of an army general by terrorists.

According to a State House Press Release, VP Shettima’s mandate include to convey the federal government’s sympathy to the state government and assure parents and guardians of the kidnapped children, all from the 25 abducted schoolgirls in northwestern boarding school in Maga, Kebbi State, that government will assist in securing their quick release.

In similar vein, President Tinubu had sent his condolences to the military over the death of some gallant soldiers, including a Brigadier General, Musa Uba, who was killed in line of duty fighting insurgents in Borno state.

After receiving briefing from the military, Tinubu expressed deep sadness over the development, despite intelligence report about possible strike by terrorists. But he expressed appreciation to Governor Mohammed Nasir Idris for all he did to prevent the strike from taking place.

The President who decried the security breach that led to the abduction of schoolgirls in Maga, Kebbi State, seized the opportunity to appeal to communities across the country, especially where security challenges are prevalent, to report and share information that could assist the military, the police and the SSS to keep the Nigerian communities safe. He noted that this is the only way security agencies in the country can raise above the challenges.

Tinubu expressed his condolences saying, “As the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, I am depressed with the tragic death of our soldiers and officers on active duty. May God comfort the families of Brigadier General Musa Uba and other fallen heroes.

“I am also depressed that heartless terrorists have disrupted the education of innocent schoolgirls. I have directed the security agencies to act swiftly and bring the girls back to Kebbi State.

“Our security forces cannot succeed in protecting us if the people don’t cooperate and share information that will help them keep our communities safe. I urge community leaders and our compatriots across the country, especially those in the theatres of operations, to share useful information. Your cooperation is crucial in our fight against these security challenges.”