The Senate Committee on Army has issued a strong call for the immediate rescue of abducted female students from the Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara State, who are currently held captive by bandits.
In a statement, Senator Abdulaziz Yar’Adua, the chairman of the committee, emphasized the urgency of rescuing these innocent students and declared it a topmost priority. He expressed deep concern over the escalating menace of banditry and insurgency perpetrated by criminal elements in the country, which has led to the abduction of law-abiding citizens.
“This is a moment that demands swift and decisive action. We cannot underestimate the trauma and anguish that these young girls and their families are experiencing right now.
“It is our duty as leaders to prioritize their safety and well-being above all else,” he said.
Senator Yar’Adua further stated that these criminal activities not only tarnish the image of the nation but also strike a severe blow to the collective conscience of Nigerians. He stressed the importance of equipping and positioning the Army and other security agencies to effectively combat this threat that is currently endangering the unity, peace, and progress of the nation.
A part of the statement reads:
“The recent kidnapping of more than 24 innocent school students of Federal University of Gusau, Nigeria, particularly the young girls, is not just another unfortunate incident but a clear indication that the insecurity plaguing our country has reached alarming levels.
“We can no longer stand idle and allow our nation’s future to be continually threatened.
I call upon all stakeholders in government, from the executive to the legislative, and the judiciary, to immediately divert our attention to this heinous attack and ensure the safe rescue of our young daughters.
“Furthermore, let us use this unfortunate incident as a wake-up call. The Nigerian government must intensify its efforts in curbing the escalating insecurity that has permeated our land.
“We cannot continue to allow bandits, insurgents, and criminal elements to terrorize our communities, disrupt the educations of our children, and instil fear in the hearts of law-abiding citizens.
“As the head of the committee on the Nigerian Army in the National Assembly, I pledge to lend my unwavering voice, support, and resources to this cause.
“We must bolster our security forces, equip them with the necessary tools, provide adequate training, and enhance intelligence gathering mechanisms to counter these threats effectively.
“We must ensure that the Nigerian Army and other security agencies have the capabilities to rescue these kidnapped students without delay.”
The Senate Committee’s call for action comes in response to the alarming situation in Zamfara State, where the safety and well-being of the abducted female students hang in the balance.
Don’t miss out on: Tinubu Orders Rescue of Abducted University Students, Stakeholders React
