Mustapha Abubakar, one of the 287 students abducted by bandits from a school in Kuriga community, Kaduna, bravely shares the harrowing details of his escape from captivity.
Abubakar reveals the dehumanizing treatment they endured, comparing it to being treated like cattle. Forced to walk for an extended period without respite, the students faced exhaustion and thirst.
Abubakar narrates their arrival at a river, where they drank water before continuing their journey.
As a surveillance plane loomed overhead, the bandits instructed the captives to lie on the ground. Seizing a moment of opportunity, Abubakar cleverly concealed himself in a bushy area, evading the bandits' watchful eyes.
After hours in hiding, he courageously ran until reaching the safety of the community of Gayan. Despite feeling dizzy, Abubakar's determination led him to freedom.
Meanwhile, Governor Uba Sani assures the public that efforts are underway to rescue all abducted school children and teachers.
This firsthand account sheds light on the challenges faced by the abducted students and underscores the urgency of addressing insecurity in the region.
