Kaduna Government Refutes Claims Of Hiring Private Negotiator For Abducted Students’ Release

Kaduna Government Refutes Claims Of Hiring Private Negotiator For Abducted Students’ Release

The Kaduna State Government has strongly refuted recent claims suggesting that it hired a private negotiator to secure the release of abducted school children in the Kuriga community of Chikun Local Government Area…….READ ALSO Emergency Update: Kaduna Government Verifies Giwa Explosion And Releases Casualty Statistics

In a statement released by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Muhammad Lawal Shehu, the government clarified that such reports are entirely false and mischievous. It emphasized that there have been no discussions or plans to engage a private negotiator for this purpose.

Furthermore, the statement reiterated the government’s steadfast policy of non-negotiation with terrorists, bandits, and other criminal groups. It underscored the state’s commitment to tackling insecurity through proactive measures and law enforcement efforts.

The government urged the media to exercise caution and accuracy in reporting on security matters to avoid undermining ongoing efforts by the government and security agencies. It also encouraged journalists to seek accurate information directly from official sources before publishing sensitive stories.

The statement concluded by emphasizing the government’s openness to engagement with the press and reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability in addressing security challenges in the state.