Armed gunmen abducted several students from a Catholic school in Nigeria, marking yet another incident in the country’s ongoing wave of mass kidnappings. The attack reportedly took place late at night when armed men stormed the school premises, overpowering security personnel and forcing students into nearby forested areas.
Local authorities have launched a search and rescue operation, while community members and families anxiously await updates. Officials have not yet confirmed the exact number of abducted students, but early reports suggest multiple victims.
Kidnappings for ransom have become a persistent security challenge in parts of Nigeria, with schools often targeted due to their vulnerability. Rights groups and civil society organizations continue to urge the government to strengthen protections for educational institutions and bring an end to such attacks.
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