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Kebbi State Reopens Girls’ School After Three-Month Closure Following Abduction

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The Kebbi State Government has announced the reopening of Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area, nearly three months after 24 female students were abducted and later rescued. The November 2025 abduction highlighted the vulnerability of rural boarding schools in North-West Nigeria and renewed concerns about the impact of banditry on education, especially for girls. After the rescue, the school was temporarily closed to allow for security reassessment and psychosocial support for the students. On Tuesday, the state Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Halima Bande, told journalists in Birnin Kebbi that security measures have been strengthened and parents and school administrators are confident about reopening. “We must not allow our collective sense of peace to be taken away by bandits. Confidence has been restored through counselling and the full deployment of security personnel. The school is ready to resume normal academic activities,” Bande said. She added that Governor Nasir Idris initiated security awareness programs for principals and staff across the state, including in Zuru, Yauri, Jega, Bunza, Argungu, and Birnin Kebbi. The programs focused on early warning systems, emergency response, community engagement, and collaboration with security agencies. “Principals, vice principals, staff, and students all have important roles to play in maintaining school security,” Bande said, noting that host communities are critical stakeholders in protecting schools. Education analysts say rural communities often act as first responders during attacks, underscoring the importance of community-based intelligence in areas with limited security coverage. Security officials emphasized preventive measures during the programs. ACP Yakubu Lawal Gumi, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Operations), urged school managers to remain vigilant, ensure proper lighting, and watch for suspicious activity. Wale Henry, Deputy Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, highlighted the importance of proper fencing, vigilant personnel at school gates, and monitoring internal threats. Colonel Danladi Ribah (retd.), Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, said that directives from the governor following the Maga incident have been implemented across the state to secure boarding schools and assess vulnerabilities. He also mentioned that a committee report on de-boarding policy has been submitted and is awaiting the governor’s final decision. The reopening of Maga comes as northern state governments continue to face challenges in securing schools against armed groups targeting students for ransom. UNICEF and education advocates have warned that prolonged closures worsen learning gaps and discourage girl-child education, particularly in rural areas. The Kebbi State Government says the school is now ready to resume full academic activities under enhanced security supervision.

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Kebbi State Directs All Schools To Reopen For Second Term

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The Kebbi State Government has directed all primary and secondary schools in the state to reopen for the second term of the 2025/2026 academic session. According to statements from Isah Ibrahim, Public Relations Officer of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), and Aliyu Bagarawa, Deputy Director (Academics) at the Kebbi State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, schools are set to resume on Monday, January 5, 2026. School administrators, teachers, parents, students, and education secretaries have been urged to ensure strict compliance with the directive. School heads were instructed to make all necessary preparations for a smooth return to academic activities. Parents and guardians were also reminded to ensure that their children and wards return to school promptly. A related circular informed zonal education officers, principals, head teachers, and private school proprietors that the first week of the term will be devoted to first-term examinations, while regular classes and academic activities will commence on Monday, January 12, 2026. The government stressed that all schools must adhere to the approved resumption timetable and examination schedule.

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Kebbi Police Confirm Fire Caused Bagudo Hospital Explosion, No Bomb Involved

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The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that the explosion at the General Hospital in Bagudo on Tuesday morning was the result of a fire, dismissing earlier reports of a bomb or external attack. Police investigations revealed that the loud blast, which alarmed nearby residents, was triggered by overheated air-conditioning units and gas cylinders used for refrigeration at the hospital. Spokesperson Bashir Usman stated, “Assessments by experts have confirmed that the incident was caused by a fire. No explosives or aerial activity were involved.” Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) specialists examined the site and corroborated that there were no explosives present. He added that no one was injured or killed in the incident, and the situation is under control. The police also urged the public and media to disregard rumors of a bomb or attack, emphasizing the importance of relying on official updates as the investigation continues.

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Kebbi Government Secures N10bn to Add 1,300 Hajj Seats for 2026 Pilgrims

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The Kebbi State Government has approved N10 billion to secure 1,300 additional seats for residents taking part in the 2026 Hajj exercise. Alhaji Faruku Aliyu-Yaro, Chairman of the State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, disclosed the development on Saturday while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi. He said the loan was approved to meet the December 5 deadline set by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Aliyu-Yaro praised Governor Nasir Idris for his “decisive, compassionate, and people-centred intervention,” noting that the state risked losing hundreds of Hajj slots if the deadline was missed. “Many intending pilgrims were already in tears, fearing they would miss the exercise. But the governor stepped in at the critical moment. He deserves special prayers from the people of Kebbi State,” he said. The approval of the N10 billion loan not only secured Kebbi State’s full allocation but also created room for additional participants. Consequently, the deadline for intending pilgrims to pay the 2026 Hajj fare of N7,696,769.79 has been extended to December 16. “This ensures that all eligible residents across the 21 local government areas—including Argungu, Yauri, Zuru, and Bagudo—have a fair opportunity to participate. No one willing to perform Hajj will be left behind,” Aliyu-Yaro said. He also noted that preparations for the 2026 Hajj began several months ago, with the agency already processing documentation and other necessary arrangements. “Kebbi started preparations seven to eight months ago, which has helped us maintain a leadership role nationally in Hajj planning and coordination,” he added.

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Christopher Musa Pledges Investigation Into Troop Withdrawal Before Kebbi School Abduction

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Christopher Musa, the nominee for Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, has promised to investigate the withdrawal of troops prior to the attack on Government Comprehensive Girls Secondary School in Maga, Danko Wasagu Local Government Area. Speaking during his Senate ministerial screening on Wednesday, General Musa said that if confirmed, he would set up a committee to look into the killing of Brigadier General Musa Uba. The remarks follow reports that troops reportedly abandoned their posts before 25 schoolgirls were abducted on November 17, an incident that sparked nationwide outrage. Musa also condemned the recent capture and killing of a brigade commander by terrorists in Borno State, assuring lawmakers that a detailed investigation would be carried out. “It is very unfortunate and painful. Nigerians should be assured that we will not allow terrorists to operate freely. We will pursue them fully, working closely with all security agencies and government departments. The Armed Forces have procedures, and we will ensure strict oversight of their operations,” he said. He added that acts of negligence or cowardice within the military would not be tolerated, emphasizing the need for professionalism and pledging stronger oversight to ensure prompt and decisive action during security operations.

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Over 2,000 PDP Members Defect To APC In Kebbi

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Citing what they described as the impressive achievements of Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris, over 2,000 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday. The defectors were formally received by the State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Kana-Zuru, in Birnin Kebbi. Speaking on behalf of the defectors, former PDP House of Assembly candidate Alhaji Arzika Lawal said their decision was motivated by the governor’s efforts to improve security and stability in the area. “We are more than 2,000 PDP members leaving the party to join the APC in recognition of the Governor’s tireless efforts in bringing back a safe environment to Danko-Wasagu,” Lawal said. He also commended Governor Idris for facilitating the swift and compassionate release of the students abducted from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga. However, Lawal appealed to APC leaders to caution some of the governor’s aides, noting that they were not reflecting the governor’s style of compassionate governance. “Some of the governor’s aides are not following his footprints. They are not helping their people, and the party must bring them to order,” he added.

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Gunmen Kill Three Immigration Officers in Fresh Kebbi Border Attack

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Gunmen suspected to be members of the Lakurawa terrorist group have attacked a Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) checkpoint in Bakin Ruwa, along the Maje border in Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing three officers. The attack, which occurred around midnight on Wednesday, has intensified fear and tension among residents of border communities already grappling with insecurity. Multiple local sources told Channels Television that the assailants stormed the immigration checkpoint unexpectedly and opened fire on officers on duty, killing three instantly. A security source revealed that the attackers escaped through nearby bushes, making it difficult for security agencies to track them. The spokesperson for the Kebbi State Police Command, Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed the incident but said details were still sketchy. Efforts to obtain an official response from the Nigeria Immigration Service in the state were unsuccessful, as officers were not reachable at the time of filing this report. However, residents and security personnel in Bagudo, who spoke anonymously, confirmed the deadly raid. This latest assault comes barely three weeks after gunmen killed a Nigeria Customs Service officer in a separate attack along the same border axis. “The terrorists came in large numbers and started shooting sporadically. Everyone ran for safety,” a local resident recounted. The attackers reportedly set the Customs camp ablaze during that earlier incident, leaving several official vehicles destroyed. The repeated assaults have raised serious concerns over mounting insecurity along the Nigeria–Benin border corridor in Bagudo. The Lakurawa gang is believed to be responsible for multiple violent attacks across Kebbi State, targeting both security personnel and civilians. While the motive behind the latest attack remains unclear, security authorities say investigations are ongoing.

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Atiku Abubakar Questions FG: “Why Negotiate With Terrorists Instead of Arresting Them?” Over Kebbi Schoolgirls’ Release

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Federal Government over the recent release of abducted schoolgirls in Kebbi State, arguing that their freedom should not be celebrated as an achievement but rather seen as a reflection of Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation. In a statement issued by his media office on Wednesday, Atiku described the girls’ return as “not a trophy moment” but “a damning reminder that terrorists now operate freely, negotiate openly, and dictate terms while this administration issues press statements to save face.” The statement came in response to remarks by Presidential Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who, in an interview on Arise News TV on Monday, credited the Department of State Services (DSS) and the military for tracking the kidnappers in real time and establishing contact to secure the girls’ release without paying ransom. Atiku dismissed this account as “a shameful attempt to whitewash a national tragedy and dress up government incompetence as heroism.” He questioned, “If, as Onanuga claims, the DSS and the military could ‘track’ the kidnappers in real time and ‘made contact’ with them, then the question is simple: Why were these criminals not arrested, neutralised, or dismantled on the spot? Why is the government boasting about talking to terrorists instead of eliminating them? Why is kidnapping now reduced to a routine phone call between criminals and state officials?” He added that the administration’s explanation implies that “terrorists and bandits have become an alternative government, negotiating, collecting ransom, and walking away untouched, while the presidency celebrates their compliance.” Atiku further stressed, “No serious nation applauds itself for negotiating with terrorists it claims to have under surveillance. No responsible government congratulates itself for allowing abductors to walk back into the forests to kidnap again.” The abduction occurred on November 17, when armed assailants stormed Government Girls’ Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State, killing a staff member and abducting 25 students from their dormitory.

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