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Parents Protest as 40 Abducted Schoolchildren Remain Missing

8/21/2026

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Parents of abducted schoolchildren protested in Uba, demanding the federal government secure their release.
Around 40 children remain missing after the May 15, 2026 kidnapping in Mussa near the Sambisa Forest.
Senator Ali Ndume said 32 pupils were taken from the school and ten from homes, with no group claiming responsibility.
Parent Chinda Buba said she still has not seen her child and fears he may be ill or suffering.

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Parents of abducted schoolchildren protested in Uba, demanding the federal government secure their release.
Around 40 children remain missing after the May 15, 2026 kidnapping in Mussa near the Sambisa Forest.
Senator Ali Ndume said 32 pupils were taken from the school and ten from homes, with no group claiming responsibility.
Parent Chinda Buba said she still has not seen her child and fears he may be ill or suffering.