I was filled with joy when I heard that the abducted pupils and teachers had been released. It was one of the happiest pieces of news I have heard this year. Many people thanked God in schools and churches because we had all been praying for their safe return. I appreciate the efforts of the security agencies and everyone involved in securing their release. I hope the government will continue to strengthen security and create more opportunities for young people so that our country will become safer for everyone.
Hannah Ojeyemi, 11 years old, JSS 1
I was very happy when I heard that the children had finally been released. When I first heard about the kidnapping, I was very sad and prayed every morning and night for their safe return. I felt sorry for their parents and teachers because they were worried and heartbroken. I followed the news closely and kept hoping for good news. Now that they are back home, I thank God for protecting them. I pray that no child will ever have to experience such a terrible situation again.
John-Precious Akinloye, 13 years old, JSS 3
The news of the victims’ release filled me with relief because many families had lived in fear and uncertainty for weeks. I imagined the joy of parents and loved ones seeing their children again after such a difficult experience. At the same time, I remembered those who lost their lives during the ordeal. I appreciate everyone who worked tirelessly for the victims’ freedom and pray that such incidents will never happen again in Nigeria.
Sofiat Ibrahim, 14 years old, SSS 1
I was almost moved to tears when I heard that the abducted people had been released because I had been praying and hoping for their safe return. I often thought about the fear and hardship they must have faced while away from their families. I also remembered those who lost their lives, and I prayed for God to comfort their loved ones. I hope the survivors fully recover, and that peace and security will continue to reign in our nation.
Emmanuella Awotoye, 11 years old, JSS 1
I was very happy when I heard that the abducted children had finally been released. When I first heard about the kidnapping, I was very sad. My family prayed regularly for their safety. I felt sorry for the children because they spent many weeks away from their loved ones and endured hardship. I thank God that they are now back home, and I pray that every child in Nigeria will always be safe and protected.
Olusola Aduragbemi, 15 years old, SSS 2
I felt joyful when I heard that the abducted pupils and teachers had been released. Throughout the period, I was saddened whenever I saw reports about what they were going through. It was painful to imagine the suffering they experienced while in captivity. I thank the security agencies and everyone who played a role in securing their freedom. I pray that kidnapping will become a thing of the past and that our country will enjoy lasting peace.
Damilola Akinbo, 15 years old, SSS1
I was very happy when I heard the good news. I almost cried because I remembered how frightened everyone was when the kidnapping happened. I felt sorry for the victims and prayed every day that they would safely return to their families. I also remembered those who lost their lives during the incident. I pray that God will comfort their families and help the survivors recover from the experience.
Michael Awotoba, 12 years old, JSS 3
I was very happy when I heard that the abducted children and their teachers had been released. During the period they were in captivity, I prayed for them every morning and night because I wanted them to return home. I also felt sorry for their parents, who were worried and anxious. I thank God for answering our prayers and hope every child can go to school without fear.
Imole Kuforiji, 12 years old, JSS 2
I was filled with joy when I heard that the abducted people had been released. It brought great relief because many people had been praying for them. I was especially happy for the children who had spent many days away from their families. I thank God and everyone who contributed to their release. I pray that peace, safety, and justice will always prevail.
Daniel Afolabi, 10 years old, JSS 1
I was very happy when I heard that the abducted children had been released. I thank God for protecting them and bringing them home safely. I pray that kidnapping will end in Nigeria so that every child can attend school without fear.