By Umar Faruk
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria — November 21, 2025-The Technical Working Group on Gender‑Based Violence (TWG‑GBV) has condemned in the strongest terms the deadly assault on Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko‑Wasagu Local Government Area, where a teacher was killed and 25 female students were abducted.
In a press briefing held at the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Security Development Conference Hall, the group’s chairperson, Her Excellency Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, was represented by TWG‑GBV Secretary Comrade Nasir Idris, who read the statement to journalists.
“The incident is heartbreaking, unacceptable, and a direct attack on the future of Nigerian children. It has caused immeasurable pain to families and renewed fear across communities,” the statement said. “The TWG stands with every affected parent, guardian, and community member during this devastating moment, offering condolences, solidarity, and a firm commitment to support ongoing efforts for the girls’ safe return.”
The group acknowledged the swift measures taken by Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris and the Federal Government, noting that security agencies have been mobilised, rescue operations activated, and state resources deployed to locate the abducted girls.
It called for immediate strengthening of security presence around all schools, especially boarding facilities, and activation of community early‑warning systems and real‑time reporting mechanisms in collaboration with local leaders. Specialised rescue units and intelligence teams should be deployed to track movement and intensify search operations. Psychological support must be provided to affected families, students, and school staff to manage trauma and fear, while continuous communication with parents and guardians is essential to reduce anxiety and misinformation.
For medium‑term prevention, the TWG recommended upgrading physical and digital security infrastructure in all schools, empowering community vigilance groups, converting Zuru Airstrip and other strategic locations into Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) for enhanced air surveillance, and establishing a statewide security coordination framework to improve collaboration between security agencies, traditional rulers, faith leaders, and community structures.
The TWG also urged the state government to consider declaring a work‑free day for statewide prayers and reflection, allowing citizens to unite in seeking divine intervention for the safe return of the girls.
“During this difficult time, we call on all well‑meaning Nigerians to remain calm, vigilant, and supportive of the rescue efforts. Communities should stand together and report any suspicious movement or information that could aid security agencies,” the statement added. “Our thoughts, prayers, and unwavering solidarity remain with the families of the abducted girls and the entire people of the affected areas in the state.”