Abducted Niger Students and Staff Reunited with Families After Rescue

In Niger State, 230 individuals, including 204 pupils, 14 students, and 12 staff members, were abducted from a school and later rescued through joint efforts by the federal and state governments' security agencies. Fr. Bulu Yohanna, the school spokesperson, revealed that a total of 265 individuals were verified after some managed to escape.

The school conducted a final verification process with the Parent-Teacher Association confirming the numbers. The incident highlighted the chaotic nature of the abduction, with some pupils fleeing to nearby bushes.

Gratitude was expressed to the government, security agencies, parents, Christian community, media, and the public for their support.