Pope calls on kidnappers to free 265 Nigerian students and teachers after 50 pupils escape
Summary
The Pope has called for the release of over 250 students and teachers abducted from a Catholic school in Niger state, Nigeria. Fifty abducted children have escaped and are now with their families, but many remain missing. Kidnappers often target schools in Nigeria for ransom, leading to frequent security issues.Key Facts
- Fifty out of 303 abducted schoolchildren have escaped and are safely with their families.
- The abduction occurred at St. Mary’s School in Niger state, Nigeria.
- A total of 253 students and 12 teachers are still held by the kidnappers.
- Pope Leo XIV has appealed for the immediate release of the hostages.
- In a separate incident, 38 kidnapped worshippers in Kwara state regained their freedom.
- Kidnapping for ransom is common in Nigeria, especially targeting schools in remote areas.
- Nigerian authorities have not released details about efforts to rescue the remaining hostages.
- The Nigerian government has closed schools in response to these incidents.
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