The Kebbi State government says some of the students and teachers kidnapped from the Federal Government College, Birnin-Yauri, have been rescued.
The State governor, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, disclosed this in a communique issued late yesterday.
According to Governor Bagudu, the security to life and property of the citizenry remain the utmost priority of his administration.
Bagudu further stated that a premium has been placed on the provision of logistics and the necessary equipment to security agencies to waging total war against banditry and all acts of criminality until normality and tranquility are attained fully.
The governor added that additional security would be provided to all institutions of learning within the State.
While addressing parents, staff, and students of the College, Governor Bagudu sympathised with the school authorities on the unfortunate incident.
He commended all security services in the state for their quick response which led to the rescue of some of the abducted students and teachers. He also appreciated parents and guardians for remaining calm and courageous with regards to the ugly incident and urged that they also pray along for God’s intervention on the matter.
The governor assured the people that all those abducted will be returned safely.
