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Story summary
- Security forces rescued 15 pupils from the Kogi state orphanage after gunmen abducted 23 children and the proprietor’s wife.
- The attack hit an unregistered orphanage and school, exposing gaps in official oversight.
- Kogi State Commissioner for Information Kingsley Femi Fanwo said efforts continue to secure release of the remaining victims.
- Residents say repeated government pledges have failed to stop kidnappings that disrupt education, commerce and travel.
