Human rights activist and leader of the Take-It-Back Movement, Omoyele Sowore, has renewed calls for urgent government action to address the persistent abduction of schoolchildren across Nigeria, insisting that public officials must be held accountable for the country’s worsening security situation.
Sowore made the remarks during a protest against insecurity, where he joined concerned citizens in demanding stronger measures to protect schools, students, and communities from criminal attacks.
According to him, the safe rescue and return of kidnapped students should remain a top priority for government authorities. He expressed deep concern over the recurring cases of school abductions and attacks on vulnerable communities, warning that the continued incidents have heightened fear and uncertainty among Nigerians.
The protest highlighted growing frustration among citizens over what many describe as inadequate responses to kidnapping incidents and other security challenges. Demonstrators called on the Federal Government and security agencies to take decisive and immediate steps to secure the release of victims still being held captive and to prevent future attacks on educational institutions.
Participants also stressed the need for improved security around schools, particularly in rural and high-risk areas, where students and teachers often face significant threats from armed groups and kidnappers.
As insecurity continues to dominate national discourse, Nigerians are increasingly demanding practical and lasting solutions that will restore confidence in the country’s security architecture and guarantee the safety of children in schools.
The renewed calls come amid broader concerns about the impact of insecurity on education, with many communities fearing that continued attacks could discourage school attendance and undermine efforts to improve learning outcomes across the country.
Headline: Sowore Calls for Accountability as School Abductions Persist Across Nigeria
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