The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) issued a stark condemnation on Monday over a shocking attack that has left a community in mourning. In the early hours of the week, armed men stormed Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School (GGCSS) in Maga, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area, abducting 25 female students and killing the school’s vice‑principal, Malami Hassan Yakubu Makuku.
The incident, which has sent ripples of outrage across the nation, underscores the escalating security challenges facing Nigeria’s education sector. The NSGF, in a statement released by its spokesperson, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and the trauma inflicted on the young girls, many of whom are still missing.
“We are appalled by this brutal act of violence against innocent children and educators who are dedicated to shaping the future of our nation,” the forum said. “Such heinous crimes have no place in a civilised society, and we stand united in demanding immediate action from the authorities to rescue the abducted students and bring the perpetrators to justice.”
The governors called on the federal government to deploy additional security resources to the region, ensure the safe return of the missing pupils, and provide support to the families of the victims. They also urged community leaders to work hand‑in‑hand with security agencies to thwart further attacks on educational institutions.
This tragic event comes amid a worrying trend of school kidnappings and assaults in northern Nigeria, raising urgent questions about the safety of learners and teachers. The NSGF’s statement has already sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many Nigerians calling for stricter enforcement of anti‑kidnapping laws and more robust protective measures for schools..
