Police Confirm Abduction of 14 Islamiya Students in Niger
The Niger State Police Command confirmed the abduction of 14 Islamiya students in Tungan-Bako village, Rafi Local Government Area, on 31/10/2026 at approximately 12:30 PM. The students were working on their teacher's farm when suspected bandits invaded the area and kidnapped them.
Superintendent of Police Wasiu Abiodun stated that the students were helping their Mallam harvest maize at the time of the incident. Despite ongoing joint security rescue efforts, the location of the abducted students remains unknown.
A conflicting report indicated that the students had been warned of the impending attack and attempted to flee towards the village for safety, but 15 students were ultimately kidnapped. The Islamic teacher confirmed the abduction when he received a sympathy visit from the acting chairman of the Rafi Local Government.
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