Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has described the rescue of the abducted students of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papyri, Niger State, as a moment of profound relief for the nation and for the families of the children.
The Minister made the statement when he led the Nigerian Government delegation to the Government House, Minna, to express gratitude and share in the relief and joy following the release and safe return of the school children.
Idris said; “The rescue of these children is a moment of profound relief for their families and for the entire nation. We are grateful for the tireless work of our security agencies, the swift response of the Niger State Government, and the strong community cooperation that made this outcome possible.”
He commended the coordinated efforts of security agencies, the Niger State Government, and community stakeholders, describing their collaboration as a decisive factor in the successful rescue operation.
Idris reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration’s commitment to strengthening security around schools and safeguarding learners nationwide.
He promised that the protection and welfare of Nigerian children remained a central priority of the Nigerian Government.
“Our children must be able to learn in safety. The Federal Government is committed to working closely with states to boost school security and ensure that such violations of our collective peace have no place in our country,” he added.
In his response, Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago praised the Minister and the delegation for the visit and commended the security agencies and local communities for their roles in securing the release of the pupils.
He restated the state’s commitment to continued collaboration with the Federal Government on security and social stability.
The delegation was received by the Governor of Niger State, His Excellency Umaru Mohammed Bago.
PIAK