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The Digest:

The Federal Government points to international rhetoric as a spark for local violence. Nigeria confronts a surge in attacks, from a Kwara church to a Kebbi school, as public outrage mounts and leaders seek answers.

Key Points:
  • SGF George Akume stated that the US's remarks "inadvertently emboldened" violent groups.
  • Bandits abducted 24 schoolgirls from GGSSS Maga, Kebbi, killing the vice-principal.
  • Gunmen attacked a church in Eruku, Kwara, killing two and kidnapping 35 worshippers.
  • President Tinubu postponed foreign trips to address the escalating security crises.
  • He ordered heightened security deployments to the affected areas in Kwara.
  • The government firmly rejected the conflict being labelled a "Christian genocide."
  • Officials reiterated that Nigeria needs support, not foreign troops, to combat threats.
As communities mourn and leaders debate cause and effect, the nation's resilience is tested not just by violence, but by the words that fuel it.

Sources: Punch, Premium Times