A wave of terror swept through Nigeria as 24 schoolgirls were abducted from their boarding school in Kebbi state, highlighting the alarming trend of mass kidnappings plaguing the country.
President Bola Tinubu triumphantly announced the rescue of all 24 girls, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced security measures to protect vulnerable educational institutions.
This incident is part of a broader crisis, with reports of hundreds of children, including those as young as five, being targeted across Nigeria, leaving families and communities in anguish.
The international community, including figures like Pope Francis, has rallied for the release of victims and action against the perpetrators, shining a spotlight on the plight of children amid ongoing violence.
Calls for urgent action have come from civil society groups, condemning the abductions as assaults on education and demanding increased protection for students.
As the nation grapples with these security challenges, discussions also emerge about the psychological support needed for traumatized families and the systemic changes required to prevent future atrocities.
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