An armed terrorist group has released a new video claiming responsibility for the recent student abductions in Kebbi and Niger states, while threatening further attacks on soldiers and political office holders.
The video, which emerged on Monday and has since been circulating on social media, shows an armed man, speaking in Hausa, boasting that the group would soon begin targeting military personnel and politicians, insisting that the government “cannot stop” their operations.
The footage, which shows the individual surrounded by other armed men, has generated widespread speculation online, with citizens questioning the boldness and growing confidence of the terrorists.
Salient Times reports that the threatening video emerged just a week after the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, and the attack on St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Agwara LGA of Niger State, where over 300 students and 12 teachers were seized.
The video has intensified public anxiety as communities across the North continue to grapple with escalating attacks by bandits and other armed groups.
Security analysts say the video reflects the deteriorating security landscape and the increasing audacity of terrorists who operate with minimal deterrence.
In comments on X in reaction to the video, many Nigerians expressed outrage and frustration over the country’s worsening insecurity.
“This kind of boast shouldn’t even be possible in a functioning country. How did we get here?” @TaraBlinz said.
Another user, @justkency, stated, “The current state of Nigeria. Criminals are now emboldened enough to issue statements.”
Also reacting, @n95ly wrote, “Government officials should be the ones facing this. Leave innocent citizens out of it.”
