Amnesty International: 20,000 Schools Closed in Northern Nigeria After Abductions
Amnesty International reports the indefinite closure of over 20,000 schools in seven northern Nigerian states after the recent mass abductions of children and teachers. The Director of Amnesty International Nigeria, Isa Sanusi, condemns the government's failure to safeguard schoolchildren, highlighting the ongoing threat of abductions.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Kontagora challenges the government's claims of ignoring security alerts. The closures have forced thousands of children out of school, impacting their education and safety.
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