Insecurity: Tinubu sends Shettima to Kebbi over kidnapped schoolgirls, condoles with Military over death of soldiers

*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, assures Nigerians of safe return of abducted schoolgirls

Alexander Davis | ConsumerConnect

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Vice-President Kashim Shettima to visit Kebbi State Wednesday, November 19, 2025, to sympathise with the state government.

Shettima would also assure parents and guardians of the kidnapped schoolgirls that the government would ensure their quick release.

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President Tinubu also sent his condolences to the Nigerian Military over the death of the gallant soldiers, and Brigadier-General Musa Uba, who paid the ultimate price while on active duty fighting insurgents in Borno State, North-East region of the country.

The Military authorities have fully briefed the President about the two security-related incidents.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, stated President Tinubu expressed sadness over the abduction of the schoolgirls, despite intelligence warnings of a possible strike by the bandits.

He also commended Governor Mohammed Nasir Idris for efforts at averting the kidnapping.

Decrying the security breach that led to the regrettable abduction of girls from the boarding school in Maga, Kebbi State, President further urged communities across the country, especially in areas facing security challenges, to share information and intelligence that would help the Military, the Police and the DSS to make the communities safe.

The Nigerian leader also stated that the security forces could not perform optimally without the support of Nigerians and local communities.

 

The statement noted Tinubu said: “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.”

He stated: “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.”

The President said: “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.”

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