Security forces, including police and military personnel, have been deployed to St. Mary’s Private Catholic Secondary School in Niger State to rescue students abducted by armed bandits. The attack occurred around 2 a.m. today, with reports indicating that an unspecified number of students and staff members were taken.
Details of the Incident:
– The attackers stormed the school hostel, abducting students and shooting a security personnel
– The exact number of abducted students is still unknown
– Police and military units are combing the surrounding forests to locate and rescue the victims
– The school management may face sanctions for operating despite a government directive to close schools due to security concerns
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has condemned the attack and is working closely with security agencies and government officials to ensure the safe return of the abducted students.
This incident comes just days after a similar attack in Kebbi State, where 25 schoolgirls were abducted, highlighting the growing concern over insecurity in Nigerian schools.
