The Kaduna State Government said only three teachers from the Rema Primary School, Magajin Gari Ward 2, of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area, Kaduna State were kidnapped Monday morning has called following the attack by armed bandits at school.
In Press briefing on Monday, Commissioner of Internal Security and home affairs, Samuel Aruwan told journalist that the State Government has compiled and analyzed all the security reports and can confirm that there was indeed an invasion by gunmen but only three teachers, namely; Rabiu Salisu, Umar Hassan, and Bala Adamu have been kidnapped.
“Pupils who had just arrived the school to begin the day’s activities, took to their heels in the course of the commotion, as the bandits invaded the premises on motorcycles. This led to two pupils going missing, identified as Ahmad Halilu and Kabiru Yahaya.” Aruwan said.
“However, we are happy to inform you that the two missing pupils have been found. We can also confirm that no single pupil was kidnapped from the school. Other than the three teachers previously mentioned, no staff or pupil of the school is missing following the attack.” He added
Recall that TheNewsGuru.com, TNG had earlier reported on Monday morning that the gunmen stormed the school around 8:50am on Monday 15th March 2021 attempting to kidnap the students who scamper for safety.
Security reports according to the commissioner have also revealed that the bandits rustled several cattle and went away with five motorcycles and other valuables.
