By Onuminya Innocent
Former Attorney‑General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami SAN, on Wednesday expressed relief at the safe return of the 25 girls abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Mohammed Bello Doka, Malami described the reunion as “a profound relief to their families and to the entire people of Kebbi State” and praised the girls’ resilience amid “unimaginable trauma.”
He extended his “heartfelt condolences” to the family of the slain vice‑principal, whose death, he said, “stands as a painful reminder of the threats confronting our schools and our collective peaceful co‑existence.”
Malami called on both state and federal governments to “intensify security measures, strengthen early‑warning systems, enhance intelligence sharing, and adopt proactive strategies” to prevent any repeat of the attack
The former AGF also urged the authorities to ensure that “no child is exposed to terror while pursuing education in an era of technological advancement,” and reiterated his solidarity with the affected parents, guardians, and the wider community
The statement comes as the Kebbi State Police Command confirmed the rescue operation is ongoing, with tactical units, military personnel, and local vigilantes combing the forests for the abductors.
Other political figures, including former presidential candidate Peter Obi, have also condemned the incident and called for a national overhaul of security
Malami’s appeal underscores a growing chorus for stronger protective measures for schools across Nigeria, especially in the northern regions where such attacks have become increasingly common.
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