Parents in Borno Despair Over 87 Days of Abduction

On May 15, 2026, armed insurgents abducted children from a school in Mussa community, leaving families traumatized and without information for 87 days. Parents, including Mr Sale Buba and Josphin Yohanna, lament the absence of updates from state and federal authorities regarding their children's safety.

They describe their ongoing psychological distress and the emotional toll on their families, particularly during the rainy season. Ishaya Suya, chairman of the parents' group, criticized the government's lack of action compared to the swift response in a similar case in Oyo, where abducted children were rescued and their captors convicted.

Councillor Peter Haruna Waba confirmed that the children remain in captivity, with no group claiming responsibility for the abduction. Parents are left feeling abandoned and desperate for information, questioning how long they must endure this uncertainty.