Kebbi State Releases Names of Abducted Schoolgirls, Counters US Lawmaker's Claims

Kebbi State government has disclosed the names of the abducted schoolgirls from Maga Danko Wasagu Local Government Area, countering a US lawmaker's assertion of religious bias in the abduction. The local government chairman, Hussaini Aliyu, clarified that the abducted students come from diverse religious backgrounds, urging against misinformation that could incite religious tensions.

The government appeals for calm and emphasizes efforts to ensure the safe return of the girls. The US lawmaker's comments have drawn criticism for misrepresentation, prompting the release of the girls' names to provide accurate information and prevent unnecessary religious tensions.