According to a statement on Tuesday by the Media Information Officer of Operation FANSAN YANMA, Captain David Adewusi, the CoAS, who was on an operational tour of Kebbi State, gave the directive on Monday.

Addressing frontline commanders and troops, Shaibu charged them to conduct intelligence-driven operations and maintain relentless, day-and-night pursuit of the abductors.

‘We must find these children. Act decisively and professionally on all intelligence. Success is not optional’, he stated.

The CoAS also met with local vigilantes and hunters, describing them as critical partners in the operation. He urged them to leverage their knowledge of the terrain in collaboration with troops to locate and neutralize the criminal elements.

‘Together, we will restore peace and ensure children can attend school safely’, he said.

Earlier, Shaibu paid a condolence visit to the traditional ruler of Danko, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Allaje, and the Principal of GGCSS Maga, Hajiya Rabi Musa Magaji, assuring them of the Army’s unwavering commitment to rescuing the abducted students unharmed.

He also enjoined troops to remain resilient and professional, urging them to operate within the rules of engagement while staying responsive, disciplined, and resolute in restoring peace to the state and surrounding areas.

Gunmen abducted 25 students from the on Sunday. According to sources, the attackers killed the school’s Vice Principal, Malam Hassan Makuku, before abducting several schoolgirls.

Witnesses said the bandits operated without resistance and caused widespread panic, throwing the entire region into deep fear and mourning.

Makuku was reportedly shot while attempting to protect the students during the invasion.