FG Maintains Silence On Abduction Of FUG Students; No Any Official Statement

In the midst of mourning and fear gripping the residents of Zamfara state following the tragic incident at Federal University Gusau, THE SPECTACLES has taken a closer look and urges our authorities to address the apparent indifference they have displayed towards this pressing issue, rather than neglecting our concerns.

In a distressing turn of events, more than 30 students along with 9 iron benders, have been kidnapped by armed bandits. As the clock ticks past 50 hours since their abduction, there has been a notable absence of official statements from both the President and the Minister for State Defense, who hails from Zamfara State.

This heart-wrenching tragedy unfolds in a state that boasts the presence of a sitting Defense Minister, Bello Muhammad Matawalle, which has only intensified the calls for swift action to secure the release of these innocent victims.

The anguish and despair of the victims’ families are palpable. Loved ones are unable to find solace or rest knowing that their daughters and sisters are in the clutches of ruthless kidnappers, with the uncertain fate that awaits them. This incident threatens to erode the trust of the populace in the safety of educational institutions, instilling fear and anxiety at a time when education is needed more than ever.

Nigerian President Asiwaju Bola Ahmad Tinubu had made security promises to the nation, and the current situation demands accountability, as emphasized by the President himself. The anguish and frustration of the affected families cannot be alleviated by mere explanations. What they yearn for is decisive action from the government to ensure the safe return of their loved ones.

In this trying moment, it is imperative that the government leaves no stone unturned in its efforts to secure the release of the abducted students and iron benders, offering a glimmer of hope amid this harrowing ordeal.