Atiku Abubakar Urges Action on NYSC Members' Abduction

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned the abduction of 20 travellers, including prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, in Imo State. In a statement on Monday, he described the incident as heartbreaking and urged the federal and Imo State governments, along with security agencies, to act urgently to secure the release of those still in captivity.

While some victims have been rescued, others remain with their abductors. Atiku also expressed concern over the ongoing captivity of over 70 pupils and students abducted from Mussa and Lassa in Borno State months ago, emphasizing that their families deserve updates.

He criticized the government's approach to insecurity, questioning President Bola Tinubu's assurances that savings from the removal of fuel subsidy would enhance security funding. Atiku highlighted the vulnerability of Nigerians to kidnappings and the dangers faced by young people at various educational stages, asserting that they are being failed at every turn.