The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has ordered troops of Operation Fansan Yamma to intensify the search and rescue operations for students abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
In a statement, Media Information Officer Operation Fansan Yamma Captain David Adewusi said Gen. Shaibu issued the directive on Monday during an operational visit to the state, where he met with frontline commanders and troops. He urged them to adopt intelligence-led tactics and sustain an unrelenting, round-the-clock pursuit of the abductors. “We must find these children. Act decisively and professionally on all intelligence. Success is not optional,” he said.
The Army Chief also held a strategic engagement with local vigilantes and hunters, whom he described as vital partners in the operation. He called on them to use their deep knowledge of the terrain in coordinated efforts with the military to track down criminal elements. “Together, we will restore peace and ensure children can attend school safely,” he assured.
Earlier in the day, Gen. Shaibu paid condolence visits to the Traditional Ruler of Danko, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Allaje, and the Principal of the school, Hajiya Rabi Musa Magaji. He reaffirmed the military’s commitment to rescuing the students unharmed.
He further encouraged troops to remain professional and resilient, reminding them to operate strictly within the rules of engagement while remaining disciplined and responsive in restoring peace to Kebbi State and neighbouring areas.
