Niger School Attack: Missing Children Count Uncertain
About 50 schoolchildren escaped bandits in Niger State Catholic school attack. Authorities remain uncertain about missing pupils as bishop restricts information sharing with security officials.
About 50 schoolchildren escaped bandits in Niger State Catholic school attack. Authorities remain uncertain about missing pupils as bishop restricts information sharing with security officials.
Catholic Diocese releases names of 265 abducted students and teachers from St. Mary's Schools in Niger State. 50 students escaped. Government urged to act swiftly.
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captivity and reunited with families. Security efforts continue for remaining victims.
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary Private School in Niger State have escaped captivity. Bishop Bulus Yohanna confirms 253 children and 12 staff remain held. Read the full list of names.
Bishop David Oyedepo urges coordinated midnight prayers following church attacks. Learn about Nigeria's security challenges and spiritual response.
Fifty of the 315 students abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped. Security forces continue search for remaining children. Read the latest updates.
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala expresses deep sorrow over the killings and kidnappings of students and teachers in northern Nigeria. Read more on the security crisis and its impact on education.
Niger State government orders immediate closure of all schools following abduction of over 300 students in Papiri. Governor Bago announces security measures while rescue operations continue.
Catholic Diocese confirms 315 students and teachers kidnapped in Niger state. Government denies school closure order as security agencies launch rescue operations.
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora reports 88 additional students missing after a terrorist attack on St Mary Secondary School in Niger state. The total number of missing students is now 303. Read for the latest updates.
The number of abducted pupils and teachers from St. Mary's schools in Niger State rises to 315. CAN Chairman denies receiving any prior security warning. Read the latest updates.
Niger state government confirms abduction at St. Mary's School in Agwara after intelligence reports warned of threats. Security agencies launch rescue operation.
Nigerian lawyer Olakunle Allison questions government's existence after terrorists abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri. Read his powerful reaction and public responses.
Rev. Father calls for state of emergency after terrorists abduct students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. Read his urgent message to government.
Terrorists invaded St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State, abducting over 50 pupils and teachers. Eyewitnesses describe chaotic scenes as security forces launch rescue operations.
Police confirm bandits attacked St. Mary's Private Secondary School in Niger State, abducting students. Security forces are combing forests for rescue. CP Elleman vows action.
US Congressman Bill Huizenga criticizes President Tinubu's administration for failing to address worsening insecurity in Nigeria during House subcommittee hearing.
Armed terrorists stormed St. Mary's Catholic Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State, abducting multiple students in early morning attack. Security response underway.
Former legislators dismiss calls for President Tinubu's resignation following Kebbi and Kwara attacks, praising his security response. Group condemns politicization of national tragedies.
The Obong of Calabar cancels birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states. A powerful gesture of national unity.
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
Former Communications Minister Isa Pantami condemns rising attacks in northern states, urges security agencies to adopt technology-driven solutions. Read his recommendations.
Kwara State government orders temporary school closure in five LGAs following deadly bandit attack on Eruku church. Security operations underway to restore safety.
Federal High Court convicts ISWAP leader Hussaini Ismaila for 2012 Kano police attacks. DSS prosecution secures 20-year sentence with rehabilitation order. Read details.
Former presidential candidates Rotimi Amaechi and Peter Obi criticize Tinubu's administration for lacking political will to tackle killings, kidnappings, and terrorist attacks across Nigeria. Read their urgent security demands.
Catholic Diocese of Wukari reports renewed violent attacks in Southern Taraba communities, with over 50 deaths and 300,000 displaced. Urgent government intervention needed.
Kwara State government orders immediate closure of schools in four local government areas following deadly church attack that left 3 dead, 35 abducted. Governor seeks military reinforcement.
Muslim Public Affairs Centre warns of escalating violence across Nigeria as kidnappings and killings surge. Government urged to take immediate action to protect citizens.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi criticizes federal government's failure to curb killings and kidnappings, offers Rivers State's support to President Tinubu amid nationwide attacks.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi condemns Nigeria's worsening security crisis, says government lacks political will to stop killings. Offers assistance to President Tinubu.