Abducted pupils: ‘They are not politicians, release them,’ Borno stakeholders beg terrorists

Community leaders in Borno State have issued a desperate plea to insurgent groups for the immediate and unconditional release of 42 students kidnapped from the Askira/Uba region. The stakeholders emphasized that the children are innocent civilians who have no involvement in political activities. They urged the captors to show mercy and prioritize the safety of the vulnerable minors. By highlighting the students' lack of political affiliation, the group aims to appeal to the abductors' humanity to secure a swift resolution. Local authorities and families remain in a state of distress as they await news regarding the status of the abducted pupils.

This incident highlights the ongoing security crisis in Nigeria and the devastating impact of targeted abductions on the education and safety of children in conflict-prone regions.