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Catholic Priest Abducted in Kaduna, Nigeria

Gunmen abducted Fr. Emmanuel Ezema from St. Peter's Church in Rumi, Kaduna. The Catholic Diocese of Zaria calls for prayers amid rising insecurity. Read details and reactions.

Priest Condemns Online Prayers as 'Useless'

A Nigerian Catholic priest, Fr Kelvin Ugwu, has sparked controversy by calling popular online prayer sessions 'the most useless form of prayers'. Read the full story and reactions here.

Full Scholarship for Rescued Niger, Kebbi Students

An edtech organization offers a two-year full scholarship to students rescued from kidnappings in Niger and Kebbi states, aiming to support their recovery and return to school. This initiative highlights the ongoing education crisis in Northern Nigeria.

Two Pastors Arrested in Niger Child Trafficking Ring

Niger State Police have arrested three more suspects, including two pastors, and rescued three additional children sold for N3.7 million. A total of nine children have now been recovered in the ongoing investigation.

Niger Puts Nationalized Uranium on International Market

Niger's military junta announces sale of Somair uranium globally, defying France's Orano. This move marks a major geopolitical shift towards Russia and impacts Europe's energy security. Read the full analysis.

Kukah: No Christian Persecution in Nigeria

Catholic Bishop Matthew Kukah disputes claims of Christian persecution in Nigeria, challenges data accuracy and misuse of 'genocide' term. Read his detailed analysis.

No Contact from Papiri School Kidnappers - CAN

Niger CAN chairman confirms no communication from kidnappers who abducted 315 from St Mary's Catholic School. 265 pupils and teachers remain missing after 50 escaped. Parents traumatized.

20 Farmers Kidnapped in Niger State Attack

Armed bandits have kidnapped about 20 farmers, including pregnant women and children, from a rice farm in Niger state. This comes just days after a mass school abduction. Read the latest details.

Teachers Threaten Strike Over School Attacks

Nigeria Union of Teachers warns of nationwide strike following terrorist attacks on schools in Kebbi and Niger states. 25 students abducted in Kebbi, 300+ pupils in Niger. Federal government urged to act.

265 Niger Catholic School Captives Named

Niger State Catholic diocese releases names of 265 students and staff still held by bandits after school attack. 50 students escaped. Full details and list.

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