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Tinubu mourns Gen Musa Uba, orders swift rescue of abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi State and the death of Brigadier General Musa Uba alongside several soldiers in Borno State.
The president, in a statement posted on his verified X handle, said the incidents had left him heartbroken.
“I am heartbroken by the abduction of our daughters in Kebbi and the painful loss of Brigadier General Musa Uba and the brave soldiers who fell in Borno.
Their families, and the families of the kidnapped schoolgirls, are in my prayers.
“As the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, I am depressed with the tragic death of our soldiers and officers on active duty. May God comfort the families of Brigadier General Musa Uba and other fallen heroes.
“I am also depressed that heartless terrorists have disrupted the education of innocent schoolgirls. I have directed the security agencies to act swiftly and bring the girls back to Kebbi State.”
Tinubu said he is fully aware of the recent rise in violent extremism in different parts of the country and has ordered security agencies to respond with “urgency, clarity, and decisive action.”
According to him, the fight against insecurity requires the full support of communities, adding that sharing information could help protect lives and secure the children.
“May God comfort the bereaved families. Those who threaten the safety of our citizens will face the full weight of the Nigerian state,” the president added.

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