
A surge in student abductions in Nigeria has raised security threats, prompting the shutdown of schools in northern states. President Bola Tinubu canceled a trip to attend international summits to address the crisis.
The government is intensifying efforts to rescue abducted students, with recent incidents surpassing the infamous Chibok abduction. The ongoing wave of kidnappings is causing fear and anxiety among the population, impacting education access and enrollment.
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