Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani is ecstatic on the freedom of school children seized by abductors from Kuriga School.
Governor Sani announced their release in a statement he signed and shared on his X (former Twitter) handle.
In the statement Sani hailed the efforts of President Bola Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, the Nigerian Army and all Nigerians for their fervent prayers.
Senator Sani’s statement reads: “In the name of Allah the Beneficient, the Most Merciful, I wish to announce that our Kuriga school children have been released.
“Our special appreciation goes to our dear President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for prioritizing the safety and security of Nigerians and particularly ensuring that the abducted Kuriga school children are released unharmed. While the school children were in captivity, I spoke with Mr. President several times. He shared our pains, comforted us and worked round the clock with us to ensure the safe return of the children.
“Special mention must also be made of our dear brother, the National Security Adviser, Mal. Nuhu Ribadu for his exemplary leadership. I spent sleepless nights with Mal. Ribadu finetuning strategies and coordinating the operations of the security agencies, which eventually resulted in this successful outcome.
“The Nigerian Army also deserves special commendation for showing that with courage, determination and commitment, criminal elements can be degraded and security restored in our communities.
“We also thank all Nigerians who prayed fervently for the safe return of the school children. This is indeed a day of joy. We give Almighty Allah all the glory.”
Tbe governor gave no information on the number of children released but Credible News recalls that about 280 school children and some teachers from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State,were abducted March 7, 2024.
