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The Digest:

Armed bandits have abducted 25 students of Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, killing the vice principal who was shot while trying to protect the students during the early-hour invasion.

Key Points:
  • Bandits invaded the school around 5 a.m., shooting sporadically and scaling the perimeter fence.
  • Vice Principal Malam Hassan Makuku was killed while attempting to shield students from abduction.
  • Police confirmed 25 students were taken from their hostel despite engagement with tactical units.
  • President Tinubu condemned the attack and directed security agencies to rescue the girls immediately.
  • Former VP Atiku described the incident as evidence of "worsening insecurity" nationwide.
  • Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris visited the scene, condemning the "devilish act."
  • Community residents reported heavy security presence and aerial patrols following the attack.
In a nation repeatedly weathered by such storms, each attack on a school feels like a fresh tear in the fabric of collective security and hope.

Sources: Vanguard, Premium Times