The Kebbi State Police Command has issued a stern warning against a planned public demonstration concerning the recent abduction of schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga. Authorities have declared the state's security situation too volatile for such gatherings.
Police Statement and Security Concerns
In a statement released on Friday, November 21, the Command's Public Relations Officer, Nafiu Abubakar, expressed alarm over intelligence reports. These reports indicated that certain groups and non-governmental organizations were preparing to stage a protest over the kidnapping incident.
The police spokesman explicitly warned organizers to shelve their plans immediately. He described the current security climate in Kebbi State as "too fragile" for any form of public demonstration. The Command cautioned that such protests could dangerously inflame tensions and potentially lead to outbreaks of violence, further complicating an already delicate situation.
Impact on Rescue Efforts and Public Appeal
While the police acknowledged the widespread grief and public outrage triggered by the abduction, they labeled the proposed protest as "misguided and counterproductive." The Command insisted that such actions could directly interfere with the sensitive and ongoing rescue operations aimed at securing the safe return of the dozens of kidnapped students.
Reaffirming their primary commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the police stressed that maintaining peace and stability remains their top priority. They urged residents to instead assist the security forces by providing useful information and reporting any suspicious activities to the nearest security agency.
Recap of the Tragic School Attack
This police warning comes just days after the horrific attack on the school, located in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area. Armed men stormed the premises, meeting no resistance. During the assault, they killed the Vice Principal, Malam Hassan Makuku, before abducting dozens of students.
It was reported that Malam Hassan Makuku was shot while courageously trying to protect his students from the attackers. His tragic death has sparked profound mourning across the region, with community members holding prayers and asking for Allah's mercy for him and comfort for his bereaved family.
