Nigeria Shuts Schools Amid Terrorist Attacks; Security Leaders Meet in US

The Nigerian government and states like Katsina and Plateau have shut down schools following a surge in terrorist attacks and mass kidnappings. Security leaders, including Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and Dr.

Bulu Dauwa Yohanna, met with US officials like Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon to address the escalating violence against Christians in Nigeria. The urgent need for action to protect children and combat terrorism was emphasized.