Armed bandits stormed Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State on Sunday night, abducting at least 25 schoolgirls and killing the school’s vice principal.
Eyewitnesses said the attackers arrived in large numbers, firing sporadically before gaining access to the school. Several bodies were reportedly seen on the school premises.
Air force jets were observed patrolling the area by Monday morning, while security forces cordoned off the school to prevent further attacks.
CSP Nafiu Abubakar, spokesman for the Kebbi Police Command, confirmed the attack. He said a tactical team has been deployed to rescue the abducted students and that all efforts are being made to ensure their safety. The Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, vowed to end the menace of banditry in the state.
Authorities continue to investigate the attack as security agencies work to secure the release of the students.
