All Abducted Niger Schoolchildren Regain Freedom After Coordinated Rescue

A All schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in the Papiri community of Niger State have been successfully rescued following coordinated operations by Nigerian security agencies.

Officials in the Office of the National Security Adviser confirmed that the final batch of 130 students was released, bringing the total number of freed pupils to 230.

The rescue has brought immense relief to parents, guardians, and residents of the affected communities, ending days of fear and uncertainty that followed the abduction.

Security sources said the breakthrough was achieved through sustained pressure on the kidnappers, strategic operations, and close collaboration among relevant security agencies.

The students were abducted when armed men attacked the boarding school, an incident that triggered nationwide outrage and once again highlighted growing concerns over the safety of educational institutions in the country.

Authorities have reiterated their commitment to strengthening school security and ensuring that those responsible for the attack are brought to justice.