The Niger State Caucus within the Nationwide Meeting has condemned the kidnapping of scholars and workers of St. Mary’s Catholic Faculty within the Agwara Native Authorities Space of the state, describing the assault as one other grim reminder of the deepening insecurity ravaging the state and northern Nigeria.
In a joint assertion issued in Abuja, the lawmakers expressed “deep concern and profound sorrow” over the incident, wherein armed terrorists stormed the varsity and kidnapped dozens of pupils, lecturers, and a safety guard. The assault has drawn nationwide outrage, with the variety of lacking kids rising as contemporary searches and rescue efforts proceed.
The caucus declared solidarity with Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, the Niger State Authorities, households of the kidnapped kids, and the traumatised Agwara neighborhood, stressing that no youngster within the state needs to be left on the mercy of prison parts.
“As representatives of the great individuals of Niger State within the Senate and Home of Representatives, we strongly condemn this prison assault and reaffirm our resolve to work with safety companies to make sure the protected and fast rescue of the kidnapped college students,” the assertion learn.
The lawmakers mentioned the assault highlights the worsening insecurity throughout Niger State—starting from banditry and mass kidnappings to terrorism and communal conflicts. They warned that the scenario mirrors the broader nationwide safety disaster going through Nigeria and requires “decisive, coordinated, and sustained motion” throughout all ranges of presidency.
They referred to as for enhanced army deployment to flashpoint communities comparable to Agwara; strengthened intelligence gathering; improved inter-agency collaboration; and elevated Federal Authorities help to enrich ongoing efforts by Governor Bago’s administration.
Reaffirming their dedication, the caucus pledged to proceed partaking federal authorities to prioritise Niger State, advocate elevated funding and personnel for safety companies, and advance legislative reforms aimed toward strengthening nationwide safety.
They urged residents to stay calm and vigilant whereas rescue efforts proceed, and referred to as on safety companies to accentuate operations to make sure the protected return of the kidnapped college students and the arrest of the perpetrators.
The lawmakers prayed for the safety of Niger State, consolation for affected households, and lasting peace throughout the area.
The assertion was signed by Senators Mohammed Sani Musa, Abubakar Sani Bello and Peter A. Jiya, in addition to Home members Abdullahi Idris Garba, Shehu Saleh Rijau, Abdullahi Mamudu, Saidu Musa Abdullahi, Jafaru Mohammed, Yusuf Kure Baraje, Joshua Audu Gana, Ismaila Musa Modibbo, Adamu Tanko and Abubakar Abdu Buba.
