An attack on the Maga Comprehensive Girls Secondary School in Kebbi State’s Danko‑Wasagu Local Government Area has resulted in the abduction of an unknown number of female students. The assault took place late on Monday night, killing the school’s vice‑principal, Malam Hassan Yakubu Makuku, and injuring several others as students fled in panic.
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ahmed Idris, said the government is still gathering details about the incident. Deputy Governor Umar Tafida, accompanied by security operatives and senior officials, visited the scene to assess the situation and coordinate a response. Security personnel have been deployed to track the attackers and secure the school environment.
The state government has urged residents to remain calm while rescue operations continue. Officials are working with the families of the abducted students and providing medical attention to those injured. Governor Nasir Idris condemned the attack, describing it as a tragic assault on education and public safety, and assured that security agencies have intensified operations to rescue the abducted students and prevent further incidents.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by educational institutions in the region. The Kebbi State Government is committed to ensuring the safe return of the abducted students and preventing similar attacks in the future. As the situation develops, the government and security agencies will continue to collaborate to protect schools and safeguard all citizens.
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