•As IGP Special Intervention Squad arrives Kaduna
By Egena Sunday Ode & Femi Oyelola, Kaduna
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the news of the release of the Kuriga school children in Kaduna State and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the federal government and states for expected outcomes, especially on matters of security.
This is as 200 Inspector General of Police Special Intervention Squad arrived Kaduna state on Sunday.
The President, in a statement by his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, on Sunday commended the National Security Adviser, the Security Agencies, and the Kaduna State Government for the dispatch and diligence with which they handled this situation, noting that incipient urgency, meticulous attention, and tireless dedication are critical to optimal outcomes in cases of mass abductions.
“President Tinubu also welcomes the release of pupils of a Tsangaya school in Sokoto State, commending all the parties to the feat for their valiant effort.
“The President assures Nigerians that his administration is deploying detailed strategies to ensure that our schools remain safe sanctuaries of learning, not lairs for wanton abductions,” the statement noted.
Earlier on Sunday, the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, had announced the release of abducted 287 Kuriga school children unhurt.
The statement by Sani annoucing the development said: ” Our special appreciation goes to our dear President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for prioritizing the safety and security of Nigerians and particularly ensuring that the abducted Kuriga school children are released unharmed.
“While the school children were in captivity, I spoke with Mr. President several times. He shared our pains, comforted us and worked round the clock with us to ensure the safe return of the children.
“Special mention must also be made of our dear brother, the National Security Adviser, Mal. Nuhu Ribadu for his exemplary leadership.
“I spent sleepless nights with Mal. Ribadu finetuning strategies and coordinating the operations of the security agencies, which eventually resulted in this successful outcome.
“The Nigerian Army also deserves special commendation for showing that with courage, determination and commitment, criminal elements can be degraded and security restored in our communities.
“We also thank all Nigerians who prayed fervently for the safe return of the school children. This is indeed a day of joy. We give Almighty Allah all the glory.“
Meanwhile, 200 Inspector General of Police Special Intervention Squad have arrived Kaduna state on Sunday.
An elated Governor Uba Sani while receiving the special contingent at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House on Sunday expressed appreciation to the; Inspector General of Police Mr Kayode Egbetekun for fulfilling his promise on the deployment of the Squad.
Governor Sani also expressed appreciation to the Federal Government and the security agencies for the successful rescue of the kidnapped Kuriga School Children.
The reception of the IGP Special Intervention Squad came while the rescued School Children were being expected at Kaduna Government House.
