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BREAKING: 287 Kaduna Schoolchildren Finally Regains Freedom

  • 287 schoolchildren abducted from Kuriga, Chikun LGA, Kaduna State, now freed.

  • Governor Uba Sani thanks President Tinubu for support; commends Nigerian Army.

  • Abductors demanded N1bn ransom; deadline set for March 27.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kaduna State Government, under the leadership of Governor Senator Uba Sani, has confirmed the liberation of 287 schoolchildren abducted from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Governor Sani announced the successful release of the kidnapped students, bringing relief to their families and the community.

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“Our special appreciation goes to our dear President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for prioritising 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.”

Kaduna Schoolchildren

The governor also appreciated the courage of the officers of the Nigerian Army for seeing to the successful release of the schoolchildren.

He said, “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.”

On March 7, 2024, the schoolchildren from LEA Primary School and Government Secondary School, Kuriga, were abducted by the hoodlums who took them into the forest.

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The abductors demanded N1bn for their release while giving a deadline of March 27, 2024, for the payment of the ransom.

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