Niger State: Students Kidnapped from Catholic School

Aminu Salisu Sodangi
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Terrorists have abducted an unspecified number of students from St. Mary’s Catholic School in the Papiri community, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State.

The attack occurred in the early hours of today, at about 2:00 a.m., when armed men stormed the school and took several pupils away.

Confirming the incident, the Secretary to the Niger State Government, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, said authorities are still trying to determine how many students were abducted.

The Niger State Commissioner of Police, Adamu Abdullahi Ellema, also confirmed the development. He said police tactical units, military forces, and other security agencies have been deployed to the area.

Security operations are ongoing, and further details are expected as the situation unfolds.

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Aminu Salisu Sodangi is a Nigerian journalist and content strategist known for his insightful coverage of current affairs, human-interest stories, and socio-political developments. With a keen eye for balanced reporting, he combines traditional journalistic principles with modern storytelling techniques to engage diverse audiences. Aminu has contributed to editorial teams focused on community journalism and national development, consistently advocating for credible information and transparent governance. His writing highlights the voices and experiences that shape Nigeria’s evolving media landscape. He currently works with Etimes247 Newspaper, where he contributes to news writing, editorial coordination, and content development. Aminu is passionate about using journalism to promote education, civic participation, and social progress. Areas of Expertise: News reporting | Editorial writing | Media research | Public affairs | Digital communication
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