Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has announced the release of Kuriga school children kidnapped almost three weeks ago.
The Governor made the announcement in a statement he posted on his X handle on Sunday, March 24, 2024.
TheFact Daily reports that about 280 Kuriga school children were kidnapped when unknown gunmen stormed their school on March 8, 2024.
However, in a statement on Sunday, Governor Sani said, they have been safely released.
He appreciated President Bola Tinubu for prioritizing the safety and security of Nigerians and particularly ensuring that the abducted Kuriga school children were released unharmed.
He recalled: “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”, he stated.
