Borno, Kaduna Abduction: Tinubu Told To Relocate Military Chiefs Until Children, Women Are Rescued

• The tragic abduction of women, students and teachers in Borno and Kaduna states, respectively, has yet again piled pressure on President Bola Tinubu
• Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has been urged to act before the situation worsens
• Human rights activist Barrister Deji Adeyanju told Legit.ng that President Tinubu should move his service chiefs to Kaduna and Borno to address the current situation

Legit.ng journalist Segun Adeyemi has over 9 years of experience covering political events, civil societies, courts, and metro

FCT, Abuja - Human Rights advocate and leader of Concerned Nigerians, Deji Adeyanju, has urged President Bola Tinubu to instruct the Service Chiefs to move to Kaduna and Borno following the recent spate of kidnappings involving hundreds of children and women by bandits.

Adeyanju also condemned the recent attack on a mosque in Kaduna by terrorists, which resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives.

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In a chat with Legit.ng, the Adeyanju, who recently turned into a legal attorney, said:

"I made the call because I believe leaders should lead from the front. It is high time our service chiefs show serious commitment to ending insecurity. Sitting in their cosy offices and issuing orders is not enough.

"They have to be on ground and lead the operations to rescue the victims. You'll agree with me that this is an embarrassment to this country. All hands must be on deck to bring an end to this tragedy."

Adeyanju recognised the intricate challenge of combating terrorism and insecurity.

He stressed the government's steadfast dedication to safeguarding its citizens' lives and welfare.

He urged President Tinubu to act promptly by mobilising all essential resources to ensure the safe return of the abducted students and women, as well as to restore peace and security across the nation.

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Kidnapped in Borno, Kaduna

Bandits stormed government schools in Kuriga, Chikun LGA of Kaduna state, abducting around 280 students and teachers. During the attack, a member of the Kaduna State Vigilante Service was killed.

Meanwhile, in Borno state, approximately 200 people, primarily women and children, were abducted by bandits while gathering firewood near the Chad border.

These incidents, which occurred days ago, were reported on Wednesday due to limited access to information in the area, which has been heavily affected by Boko Haram terrorism.

The President, through his Media Adviser, directed security and intelligence agencies to promptly rescue the victims and ensure justice is served against the perpetrators.

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The Kaduna State government refutes claims of hiring a negotiator for the release of more than 200 abducted students in Kuriga town.

Reports suggesting the government's involvement in negotiations for the students' safe return have been denied.

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Source: Legit.ng