Full list of 25 schoolgirls abducted in Danko-Wasagu
The Chairman of Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Hussaini Aliyu, has released the names of the 25 schoolgirls abducted during a recent raid on a Government Secondary School in the area. The disclosure comes as authorities intensify efforts to secure their release and bring the perpetrators to justice.
In a statement on Monday, Abubakar confirmed that the list contains the full identities of the students who were forcibly taken from their dormitories by armed bandits during the night attack. The Chairman expressed deep concern over the incident and reassured parents that the state and federal governments are fully mobilised to rescue the girls.
Parents and community react to the disclosure
The announcement of the full list has been met with mixed emotions, including relief that the identities are now confirmed, and heightened anxiety among families who continue to await the safe return of their daughters. Many parents gathered at the local government secretariat, calling on security agencies to expedite the rescue mission.
One mother, who requested anonymity, said:
“Knowing the names of our children helps, but we are still very worried. We pray that they are found soon and brought back safely.”
Community leaders also commended the chairman for transparency, stating that releasing the names would allow coordinated support from families, security agencies, and humanitarian groups.
Security agencies intensify search operations
Following the revelation of the girls’ identities, security operatives have ramped up search and rescue operations across forests and routes bordering Kebbi, Niger, and Zamfara States. Tactical teams from the Nigerian Army, Police, and Civil Defence Corps have been deployed to track the movements of the abductors.
The Federal Government has reiterated that ransom will not be paid, emphasising that the safety of the girls is a top priority. Authorities have urged communities to provide intelligence to aid in the safe recovery of the students, warning against taking matters into their own hands due to the risk posed by heavily armed bandits.
Chairman appeals for calm and vigilance
Chairman Abubakar appealed to the public to remain calm and vigilant during the ongoing operation. He assured residents that the local government is collaborating closely with federal authorities to ensure that the girls are located and returned unharmed.
He also encouraged parents to maintain open communication with school authorities and security agencies, noting that timely information is critical in tracing the abductors.
Humanitarian support extended to affected families
Social welfare officers from Kebbi State have been mobilised to provide counselling and support to the families of the abducted girls. Psychologists and social workers are working to manage the emotional trauma experienced by both parents and children during this period of uncertainty.
The state government has promised additional measures to improve the security of schools, including increased patrols around dormitories, enhanced intelligence gathering, and closer collaboration with local vigilante groups to prevent future attacks.
National outcry over recurring school abductions
The incident has reignited national debate over the persistent abductions in Northern Nigeria. Civil society organisations and child protection advocates have called for urgent reforms to protect students, stressing that recurrent attacks threaten education and the future of communities in the region.
As authorities continue the rescue operation, the people of Maiyama and surrounding communities remain hopeful that the 25 schoolgirls will be reunited with their families safely in the coming days.
