President Bola Tinubu has ordered security agencies to rescue 25 female students abducted from Government Girls Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State. Armed men attacked the school early Monday, November 17, 2025, and kidnapped the students during the raid.
Kebbi Police spokesperson Nafi’u Kotarkoshi confirmed that gunmen shot and killed the school’s vice principal, Hassan Makuku, while a security guard, Ali Shehu, sustained an injury after attackers shot him in the right hand. Authorities rushed him to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Minister of Information Mohammed Idris delivered the president’s directive, highlighting the administration’s commitment to the safe recovery of the girls. Idris emphasized that the federal government has deployed all necessary resources to track the attackers and secure the students’ release.
Government Moves After Tinubu Rescue Instruction
Idris explained that both federal and local security forces are working together, conducting coordinated patrols and monitoring escape routes. They have also engaged local communities to gather intelligence that could aid the rescue operation.
The abduction has raised national concern and sparked calls for enhanced protection for schools, especially in vulnerable areas. Parents, residents, and civil society organizations are closely following updates while urging government officials to act swiftly.
Conclusion
The Tinubu rescue directive demonstrates the administration’s commitment to combating insecurity in schools. Security teams are intensifying operations to recover the students, and authorities promise regular updates. Nigerians across the country hope for a fast, safe resolution and continue to monitor the government’s actions closely.
