Nigerian singer Spyro has slammed the muted public response to the abduction of 25 female students in Kebbi State, expressing disappointment that the country appears more focused on online drama than on a national tragedy.
The singer appeared to be referring to the viral altercation between Verydarkman and Mr Jollof, which occurred aboard an airplane and dominated social media.
Reacting on social media, Spyro wrote:
“25 young girls have been kidnapped in their school in a state and yet there is more conversation about ‘A FIGHT’ than the abduction of 25 teenagers… Who has bewitched us as a nation?”
He urged Nigerians to avoid distractions and demand accountability, warning that insecurity affects everyone:
“The day we wake up is the day we get freedom… Can we please set aside distractions at this moment and speak for justice #FREEOURGIRLS.”
The kidnapping occurred in the early hours of Monday when armed bandits stormed Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu LGA.
During the attack, Vice Principal Malam Hassan Makuku was shot and killed while attempting to protect students.
Residents said the bandits operated without resistance, firing shots and causing widespread panic. Locals also reported finding multiple unidentified bodies around the school after the attackers fled, heightening fears in the community.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has ordered troops under Operation FANSAN YANMA to resolve the incident as quickly as possible.
Spyro described the tragedy as heartbreaking, saying it “breaks my heart to see how distracted we are as a people,” and called on Nigerians to unite in demanding justice for the abducted girls.
