The Federal Ministry of Education has condemned the abduction of students in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State and Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.
In a statement, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, described the incidents as tragic and unacceptable, which amount to attacks on Nigeria’s future.
The Minister assured that the Federal Government was working closely with security agencies to secure the safe return of all abducted children.
The statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the ministry, Folasade Boriowo, reads: “No child should face fear or violence in pursuit of education. Government remains committed to securing schools and protecting learners nationwide,” the minister stated.
Alausa reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to strengthening school security through improved surveillance, emergency response systems and implementation of the National Policy on Safety, Security and Violence-Free Schools.
The ministry also urged Nigerians to remain calm, avoid spreading misinformation and support ongoing rescue efforts.
It further expressed solidarity with affected families as well as the governments of Oyo and Borno states over the incidents.
