Terrorists have released the schoolchildren abducted in Kuriga, Chikun local government area of Kaduna state.
The state governor, Uba Sani made the announcement in a statement he signed and shared on his X handle @ubasanius early Sunday morning.
He did not mention the exact number of schoolchildren that were released. They were kidnapped on March 7, 2024.
The governor commended the efforts of President Bola Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, the Nigerian Army and all Nigerians for their fervent prayers.
“In the name of Allah the Beneficient, the Most Merciful, I wish to announce that our Kuriga school children have been released.
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“Our special appreciation goes to our dear President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for prioritizing the safety and security of Nigerians and particularly ensuring that the abducted Kuriga school children are released unharmed.
“While the school children were in captivity, I spoke with Mr. President several times. He shared our pains, comforted us and worked round the clock with us to ensure the safe return of the children.
“Special mention must also be made of our dear brother, the National Security Adviser, Mal. Nuhu Ribadu for his exemplary leadership.
“I spent sleepless nights with Mal. Ribadu finetuning strategies and coordinating the operations of the security agencies, which eventually resulted in this successful outcome.
“The Nigerian Army also deserves special commendation for showing that with courage, determination and commitment, criminal elements can be degraded and security restored in our communities.
“We also thank all Nigerians who prayed fervently for the safe return of the school children. This is indeed a day of joy. We give Almighty Allah all the glory.”
Chikun is a Local Government Area in central Kaduna State, Nigeria. It has an area of about 4,466 km2, and had a population of 372,272 as at the 2006 census.[3] Its headquarters is located in the town of Kujama. The postal code of the area is 2438000.
The local government is one of those seriously hit by banditry in Kaduna state.
