The Governor of Borno State has assured residents that efforts are ongoing to secure the safe return of 48 school children abducted in the state.

The governor gave the assurance while speaking on the security situation following the abduction incident, which has drawn concern across Nigeria.

He said security agencies, including the military and police, are working together to track the whereabouts of the children and ensure their rescue without further harm.

The abduction has added to ongoing worries about school security in parts of northeastern Nigeria, a region that has faced repeated attacks by armed groups over the years.

Authorities say operations have been intensified in surrounding areas as part of efforts to locate the victims and disrupt the networks responsible for such attacks.

The governor also urged residents to remain calm and support security agencies with useful information that could aid ongoing operations.

Officials have not yet provided full details on the circumstances of the abduction, but confirmed that investigations are ongoing.

Further updates are expected as rescue efforts continue.