Nigerian Government Rescues 100 Abducted Catholic School Children in Niger State
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reportedly rescued 100 abducted Catholic school children from St. Mary's Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area, Niger State. The children were kidnapped by armed men and taken to a forest.
Security operations have intensified in Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states. However, local authorities and school officials are yet to receive official confirmation of the rescue.
Various officials and spokespersons have expressed cautious optimism but lack concrete details.
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