ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, March 10, 2024 – The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union, H.E. Moussa Mahamat Faki, has strongly condemned the mass abduction of schoolchildren and women that occurred on Thursday, March 7, 2024. The incident followed an armed intrusion into the village of Kuriga, located in northwestern Nigeria.
The Chairperson has called for the immediate and unconditional release of the abducted children and women. He has affirmed that this despicable act is a further illustration of the pervading threat posed by terrorism, violent extremism, and banditry to the peace and stability of the Nigerian State, the West African region, and the Continent as a whole.
This incident underscores the urgent need for concerted efforts in combating these threats and ensuring the safety and security of all citizens. The African Union remains committed to working with member states and international partners in addressing these challenges and fostering peace and stability across the continent.
