Niger governor confirms 315 students abducted, two parents dead
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has acknowledged the abduction of 315 pupils from St Mary’s Catholic School. The incident, which occurred on November 21, 2025, has left the community in shock, with two parents reportedly dying from the trauma. Fifty students managed to escape, and 100 have been rescued by authorities so far. Efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining 115 abductees.
What we know
- Mohammed Bago admitted the abduction of 315 pupils and a teacher from St Mary’s Catholic School on November 21, 2025.
- Two parents of abducted children have died, reportedly from shock and heart attacks following the incident.
- Fifty pupils escaped after two days, while 100 were rescued by the Federal Government and security agencies nearly two weeks later.
- President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to intensify efforts for the safe return of the remaining 115 abductees.
- The governor promised political appointments for indigenes of Papiri and called for unity and peace in Niger State.
