Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has condemned the surge in violence across Nigeria, which has seen brutal attacks and mass abductions in Kebbi and Zamfara States.
In a statement condemning the sad events, Pantami called on government institutions to immediately adopt modern, technology-driven strategies to combat terrorism and protect all citizens.
Pantami decried the series of tragic incidents in recent days. On November 16, the Ameer of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) in Kebbi State, Alqasim Uthman Ibrahim, was kidnapped and subsequently killed by terrorists.
On November 17, 25 schoolgirls were abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State. The attack claimed the life of the Chief Security Officer, Hassan Yakubu Makuku, as he attempted to protect the students. Another guard sustained injuries.
Zamfara State similarly witnessed cruelty on November 18, when bandits stormed Fegin Baza village, killing three people, including Umaru Moriki, the Sarkin Fadan Moriki. At least 64 persons were kidnapped, mostly women and children. Those wounded are being treated at Tsafe General Hospital.
The wave of violence extended to Kwara State, affecting the Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku, as well as Borno State.
Among the casualties was Brigadier General Musa Uba, who died near Damboa. Both civilians and security personnel suffered fatalities and injuries in the attacks.
Pantami noted that a technology-driven approach would apprehend the perpetrators, protect people, and restore peace across affected regions. He urged Nigerians to cooperate with security agencies by sharing relevant intelligence to tackle terrorism and criminal activities.
The former minister expressed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and joined other Nigerians in denouncing what he described as incessant inhumanity, highlighting the harsh reality facing the nation.
Pantami, who holds the traditional title of Majidadin Daular Usmaniyya, prayed for “divine comfort for the bereaved, protection for those abducted, healing for the injured, and strength for security forces working to restore order.”
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