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303 Schoolchildren, Teachers Abducted in Niger State Attack

11/22/2025

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) says gunmen abducted 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers from St. Mary’s School in Niger state.
The figure increased from 215 after a verification process, according to CAN.
The attack occurred shortly after 25 children were kidnapped in Kebbi state.
The Niger state CAN chairman disputed government claims that the school had reopened.
Tactical squads and local hunters were deployed for rescue.

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Story summary

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) says gunmen abducted 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers from St. Mary’s School in Niger state.
The figure increased from 215 after a verification process, according to CAN.
The attack occurred shortly after 25 children were kidnapped in Kebbi state.
The Niger state CAN chairman disputed government claims that the school had reopened.
Tactical squads and local hunters were deployed for rescue.