The principal of Mora Technical High School, Amadou Amvilace has forcibly taken from his home by armed men, deeply unsettling the local community since the early hours of January 26, 2026. Witnesses reported that the attackers executed their plan with chilling precision, storming the principal’s compound around midnight.
They managed to breach the premises with alarming boldness, extracting Amadou Amvilace through his bedroom window before swiftly vanishing into the night. The audacity of the brazen assault has left the towns people in a state of shock and fear, reminiscent of previous violent episodes they have endured.
Residents of Mora observed unusual movements and heard commotion in their neighborhood during the dark hours, yet were rendered helpless in the face of such armed aggression. It was clear that the assailants acted in an organized manner, which amplified the sense of vulnerability among local inhabitants. By the time security forces were alerted, the perpetrators had already fled, leaving the community grappling with anxiety and uncertainty.
The abduction of an educational leader has raised significant alarm among teachers and school administrators operating in an already precarious environment. The targeting of such figures highlights the growing concerns surrounding education in the region, where learning institutions have come under increasing threat from insurgent violence.In response to the incident, security forces have reportedly initiated operations aimed at tracking down the kidnappers and confirming the circumstances surrounding the abduction. Investigations are ongoing to piece together the events leading up to the attack as well as to ascertain the escape route taken by the assailants.
Mora, particularly within the Mayo-Sava Division, has become a hotspot for insurgent violence characterized by frequent cross-border incursions, abductions for ransom, and attacks targeting civilians. Despite ongoing military efforts to mitigate this threat, local communities continue to grapple with the persistent danger posed by Boko Haram.
