NBM Calls for Urgent National Action to Rescue Abducted Children and Teachers
The Body of Founders of the Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa Worldwide has called for urgent and coordinated national action to secure the release of abducted children and teachers across Nigeria, describing the growing wave of insecurity and attacks on educational institutions as a threat to the nation's future.
The call was made during a World Press Conference held on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Asaba, Delta State. The conference, themed "Bring Back Our Children and Teachers, Protect Nigeria's Future, Preserve Humanity," brought together stakeholders, community leaders, civil society groups, and members of the media to address the persistent challenge of child abductions and insecurity affecting schools in various parts of the country.
Speaking at the event, coordinator of NBM, Dr.Akpo Diejomaoh, said the gathering was more than an organizational engagement, describing it as a humanitarian appeal aimed at drawing national and international attention to the plight of abducted children and educators.
According to the communiqué issued at the conference, the organization emphasized that children represent the future of every nation and deserve to live, learn, and thrive in a safe environment free from fear and violence. The group expressed deep concern over the continued targeting of schools, teachers, and pupils by criminal elements, warning that such acts undermine educational development, social stability, and national progress.
The NBM leadership noted that the increasing cases of child abductions and attacks on educational institutions require collective action from all segments of society, including government at all levels, security agencies, traditional institutions, religious bodies, civil society organizations, parents, and community leaders.
Participants stressed that the campaign transcends political, ethnic, and religious boundaries, urging Nigerians to unite in defense of the nation's most vulnerable citizens. They maintained that protecting children and ensuring uninterrupted access to quality education are fundamental to preserving humanity and securing Nigeria's future.
The organization further highlighted the critical role teachers play in shaping future generations, calling for enhanced security measures and adequate support systems to enable educators carry out their responsibilities without fear. It also urged traditional rulers and religious leaders to continue promoting community vigilance, moral values, and collective responsibility as part of efforts to combat insecurity.
Addressing the role of security agencies, the conference called for intensified intelligence gathering, stronger preventive measures against kidnappings, and sustained efforts to rescue abducted children and teachers and reunite them with their families. The group stressed that effective collaboration among stakeholders would help tackle the root causes of insecurity while creating safer learning environments across the country.
As part of its recommendations, NBM advocated increased investment in educational security infrastructure, improved child protection mechanisms, and policies that prioritize the welfare and safety of children. The organization emphasized that child protection should not be viewed merely as a social responsibility but as a moral imperative capable of determining the future stability and prosperity of the nation.
The conference also called on Nigerians in the diaspora and development partners to support initiatives aimed at strengthening child protection systems and educational security nationwide.
Speakers at the event described the "Bring Back Our Children and Teachers" campaign as more than a conference theme, but a nationwide movement intended to inspire practical action, strengthen partnerships, and promote lasting reforms that will safeguard children and educational institutions.
According to the organizers, societies are ultimately judged by how they protect their most vulnerable citizens rather than by their economic achievements or political influence. They noted that children are unable to advocate for their own protection, making it the responsibility of adults, governments, and institutions to defend their rights and wellbeing.
"Children depend on us. They depend on our courage, compassion, and willingness to act," the communiqué stated, underscoring the need for every Nigerian to contribute towards creating safer communities and a more secure future for young people.
The conference extended solidarity to families affected by child abductions and insecurity, while commending individuals, organizations, and security personnel working tirelessly to protect children and support victims.
In a closing appeal, participants urged Nigerians to become ambassadors of child protection within their communities and to support efforts aimed at preventing future abductions. They emphasized that discussions and resolutions from the conference must translate into concrete actions and sustainable solutions that guarantee the safety of children and teachers across the country.
The event concluded with a renewed call for urgent, collective, and sustained efforts to secure the release of all abducted children and teachers, strengthen educational security, and ensure that every child in Nigeria can pursue education in a safe and protected environment.
