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303 Schoolchildren Abducted in Nigeria; 153 Still Missing

12/12/2025

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A total of 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers were abducted from St. Mary Catholic School in Papiri, Nigeria, on November 21.
Onyeka Chieme, a student, described gunmen storming the school and burning a statue and flag.
After more than two weeks, Chieme was released with 99 others, while 153 remain missing, including his brother.
Analysts say the government may negotiate with armed groups and pay ransoms.

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A total of 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers were abducted from St. Mary Catholic School in Papiri, Nigeria, on November 21.
Onyeka Chieme, a student, described gunmen storming the school and burning a statue and flag.
After more than two weeks, Chieme was released with 99 others, while 153 remain missing, including his brother.
Analysts say the government may negotiate with armed groups and pay ransoms.