UN Condemns Abduction of Students in Niger and Kebbi States, Urges Immediate Rescue Efforts

The UN has strongly condemned the recent abduction of hundreds of schoolchildren and teachers in Niger and Kebbi states, emphasizing the alarming trend of school attacks in Nigeria. Gunmen seized over 215 students and 12 teachers from a Catholic school in Kebbi, resulting in casualties.

The UN is closely monitoring the situation and expressing solidarity with the affected families. The Nigerian government has announced the closure of 41 federal unity colleges nationwide to enhance security following recent challenges.