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Bandits attack Government School in Kebbi, kill Vice-Principal, abduct students
Bandits have attacked the Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS) in Maga, Danko Wasagu area of Kebbi State, killing the Vice-Principal, Hassan Yakubu Makuku, and abducting an unspecified number of students.
A resident of Maga, Aliyu Yakubu, confirmed the incident to Newsmen, saying the attackers struck the school around 5 a.m. on Monday, November 17, facing no resistance.
“The attack has created panic among residents of Maga. We are now in fear and mourning,” he said.
He added that Vice-Principal Makuku was shot while trying to protect the students from the bandits.
“He was shot as he tried to protect his students from being taken by the bandits. It’s a great loss for the community and the school,” he said.
The Kebbi State Police Command has not yet commented on the incident.
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