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Nigerian School Kidnapping Update: 50 Children Escape Abductors

Nigerian School Kidnapping Update: 50 Children Escape Abductors

Summary

A group of 50 children kidnapped from St. Mary's School in Niger state, Nigeria, escaped their captors between Friday and Saturday. Efforts continue to recover the remaining 253 children and 12 teachers who were abducted by gunmen. Authorities have closed several schools in affected areas, and no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Key Facts

  • 50 children escaped after being kidnapped from St. Mary’s School in Nigeria.
  • The children who escaped are aged between 10 and 18.
  • In total, 303 students and 12 teachers were taken during the kidnapping.
  • 253 children and all the teachers are still in captivity.
  • The Nigerian military and police are involved in rescue efforts.
  • Nigeria’s Ministry of Education has ordered the closure of about 50 schools in conflict areas.
  • No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
  • Local authorities and the school reportedly had conflicting instructions before the attack.
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