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Gunmen Abduct 25 Schoolgirls in Nigerian Boarding School Attack

11/19/2025

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Gunmen attacked a Nigerian boarding school on November 17, 2025, killing at least one staff member.
They abducted 25 schoolgirls during the assault around 4 a.m.
Authorities launched a search to recover the girls and apprehend the assailants.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris said the government is committed to the girls' safe return.
U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz announced a discussion with rapper Nicki Minaj on addressing the persecution of Christians.

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Story summary

Gunmen attacked a Nigerian boarding school on November 17, 2025, killing at least one staff member.
They abducted 25 schoolgirls during the assault around 4 a.m.
Authorities launched a search to recover the girls and apprehend the assailants.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris said the government is committed to the girls' safe return.
U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz announced a discussion with rapper Nicki Minaj on addressing the persecution of Christians.