The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthen school safety and protect the learning environments across the country, particularly in vulnerable communities.
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa made this known while expressing deep sorrow over the tragic attack on the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that armed men killed a teacher and abducted at least 25 students in an attack on the school.
The police say the gang invaded the school on Monday, they said.
In a statement in Abuja, Alausa described the incident as “heartbreaking,” extending his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the school community, and the entire people of Kebbi State.
Alausa stressed that no parent should ever experience such terror, and no teacher should lose their life while performing the noble duty of educating Nigeria’s children.
The minister condemned the attack as a “cruel and senseless act,” noting that it was not only an assault on innocent children and educators but also on the future of the nation.
He stated that the Federal Ministry of Education was working closely with security and intelligence agencies and the Kebbi State Government to secure the safe return of the abducted girls and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice.
“This painful moment strengthens our resolve.
“Our children deserve to learn in safety. Our teachers deserve to serve without fear. We will not relent until every school in Nigeria is a place of protection and hope,” Alausa said.
