Borno Parents Demand Action for Abducted Children

Parents of children abducted in Borno have protested after their kids spent over 130 days in captivity, expressing frustration over the government's inaction. The mass kidnapping occurred on May 15, 2026, involving 44 children from Mussa Ward and 36 from Lassa schools.

The protest leader, Ishaku Suya, appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for urgent action, threatening to take to the streets if their children are not rescued. Josphin Yohanna criticized the government's response disparity, noting the swift rescue of Oyo State victims.

Wadzani Hammatu, acting district head of Lassa, described the abducted children as mostly toddlers and pleaded for government intervention. Emir Ali Samaila Mamza and Dr Midala Usman Balami, a House of Representatives member, condemned the prolonged silence and lack of action, with Balami stating he had moved a motion in the National Assembly regarding the situation.

Parents expressed their frustration, stating they can no longer remain silent.