Wike Threatens Action Over False School Shutdown Order
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has suspended education officials and promised severe sanctions over an unauthorized memo ordering school closures in Abuja. Read details.
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Kogi School Attack: Conflicting Reports Emerge
Kogi government denies kidnapping at Kiri High School while local chairman confirms two deaths during bandit attack. Get the latest details on this developing security situation.
Father Dies After Bandits Abduct His Three Children in Niger
A father tragically died from a heart attack after bandits abducted his three children from St Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. CAN reveals 303 students and teachers were taken in Monday's attack.
Parent Dies of Heart Attack After School Abduction
A Niger State parent suffered fatal heart attack following abduction of three children from St. Mary's School. Rev. John Hayab reveals ongoing trauma among affected families.
24 Kebbi Schoolgirls Freed from Captors
24 kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls regain freedom through security operations. One student escaped earlier, while vice principal was killed during the attack. Read full details.
Amotekun Patrols Ondo Boarding Schools for Security
Ondo State Amotekun Corps launches enhanced security patrols for boarding schools amid kidnapping concerns. Commander Adeleye announces 34 arrests in latest operations.
IGP in Kebbi as search for abducted Maga schoolgirls continues
Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun visits Kebbi State amid intensified search for 25 abducted Maga schoolgirls. Fresh attacks in Niger State see 315 pupils kidnapped as security forces deploy.
Lagos Police Boost Security at Schools, Worship Centers
Lagos State Police Command deploys additional officers to schools and worship centers following recent bandit attacks and kidnappings across Nigeria. Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh assures public safety.
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.
265 Niger Catholic School Captives Named
Niger State Catholic diocese releases names of 265 students and staff still held by bandits after school attack. 50 students escaped. Full details and list.
Atlantic Hall wins ALTECS U-17 school football tourney
Atlantic Hall defeated British International School Lagos 1-0 to clinch the 2025 ALTECS U-17 Secondary School Football Competition, a platform merging education and sports for Nigerian youth.
Delta School Panic Over False Herdsmen Attack
Students at Otagba-Ogbe Girls Secondary School in Delta State fled classrooms amid herdsmen attack fears. Police confirm false alarm, urge calm and warn against spreading unverified information.
Pope Demands Release of Kidnapped Priests, Students
Pope Leo XVI calls for immediate release of kidnapped priests and students in Nigeria and Cameroon. Over 300 abducted in Niger State attack. Join the prayer for their safety.
Full List: 265 Abducted Niger Catholic School Victims Named
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.
Police Doubt 50 Students' Escape in Niger
Niger State Police cannot verify CAN's report that 50 abducted Catholic school students escaped. Commissioner confirms only night-of-attack escapes verified. Read latest updates.
Bauchi Closes Schools Amid Security Crisis
Bauchi state government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools due to escalating security threats across northern Nigeria. Stay informed.
US Condemns Mass School Abductions in Northern Nigeria
The United States condemns the mass abductions of over 300 students in Niger and 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, urging the Tinubu government to swiftly capture the terrorists and protect Christians.
50 Niger Schoolchildren Escape Kidnappers
Fifty abducted children from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captors. Over 250 students and staff remain missing following Friday's mass kidnapping. CAN confirms details.
Bauchi Closes Schools Over Insecurity Concerns
Bauchi State government closes all public and private schools immediately due to rising insecurity in Northern Nigeria. Governor Bala Mohammed prioritizes student safety amid regional kidnappings.
Safe School Transport: Free Bicycles for Lagos Pupils
GRA Empowerment Foundation launches its free Cycle 2 School Plus programme for Lagos public school students, providing safe transport & skills training. Read more.
50 Abducted Niger School Pupils Escape from Captors
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.
Tinubu on Kwara Rescue, Niger Students Escape
President Tinubu praises security forces after 38 Kwara worshippers rescued, 51 Niger students escape captivity. Read latest updates on Nigeria's security situation.
50 Abducted Niger Pupils Escape, Names Released
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.
50 Niger Schoolchildren Escape from Kidnappers
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.
Pope Urges Release of 315 in Nigeria Mass Kidnapping
Pope Leo XIV calls for immediate release of over 300 hostages taken from Nigerian Catholic schools. Learn about the escalating kidnapping crisis and international response.
Okonjo-Iweala Saddened by School Attacks in Nigeria
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.
50 Abducted Niger Pupils Escape from Captors
Fifty students abducted from St. Mary's School in Niger State have escaped. Get the latest updates on the ongoing security situation and rescue efforts.
Kebbi Closes Schools Following Mass Abduction of Students
Kebbi State Government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools after gunmen attacked GGCCSS Maga, abducting 25 students. Stay informed on security measures.
Niger Governor Closes Schools After Mass Abduction
Niger State Governor Umaru Bago reveals informants enabled terrorist attacks, orders closure of all schools after 315 abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School. Security operations intensify.
327 Children Abducted from St. Mary Catholic School
The mass abduction of 327 pupils from St. Mary Catholic School in Papiri shocked Nigeria. Discover how this beacon of hope transformed Kamberi lives through education despite poverty and insecurity.
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