Tinubu Promises Safe Return of Abducted School Children

On Children's Day, President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the safe return of school children abducted in Oyo and Borno states. In a statement, he assured parents and teachers that the government has not forgotten the children held captive.

Tinubu emphasized the need for a coordinated effort involving security agencies to recover the children safely. He also highlighted the importance of strengthening school protection measures in high-risk areas across the country.

Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President, and Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, reiterated the Federal Government's dedication to providing quality education for every Nigerian child. The statement coincided with the celebration of Eid el-Kabir, marking a day of hope for families affected by the kidnappings.

Tinubu called for community involvement in safeguarding children and urged vigilance against potential threats to school safety.