Pope Urges Release of 315 in Nigeria Mass Kidnapping
Pope Leo XIV calls for immediate release of over 300 hostages taken from Nigerian Catholic schools. Learn about the escalating kidnapping crisis and international response.
Pope Leo XIV calls for immediate release of over 300 hostages taken from Nigerian Catholic schools. Learn about the escalating kidnapping crisis and international response.
Gunmen kidnapped 315 students and teachers from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State, marking Nigeria's second mass school abduction within one week. Read about the nation's troubling history of kidnappings.
Niger State lawmakers condemn the abduction of St. Mary's Catholic School pupils in Agwara. They demand decisive security action and pledge support for rescue efforts. #NigeriaSecurity
Abdullahi Fodio University in Kebbi State shuts down immediately following abduction of 24 students at Maga school. President Tinubu sends VP Shettima to assess situation.
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu reveals shocking details about Kwara church kidnapping where a woman previously held for 46 days was abducted again. Urgent government action needed.
A Nigerian man shares chilling voice note detailing his kidnapping experience while traveling through Kogi. The viral recording has sparked widespread reactions about travel safety in Nigeria.
Kebbi State Police warn against planned protests for abducted Maga schoolgirls, citing fragile security and ongoing rescue efforts. Urge public cooperation.
House of Representatives Minority Caucus calls for immediate action to rescue 25 abducted Kebbi schoolgirls after deadly attack. Lawmakers condemn rising insecurity nationwide.
Primate Ayodele urges President Tinubu to resign over rising kidnappings and killings. Calls security situation 'total shame' amid US diplomatic tensions.
Bolu Balogun, Wizkid's first son, breaks silence on Kebbi school abduction crisis. The teenager's emotional post sparks mixed reactions from fans comparing him to his famous father. Read full story.
Nigerian superstar Davido paused his Atlanta concert for a minute silence honoring Eruku church attack and Kebbi kidnapping victims. The emotional moment during his 5ALive Tour touched fans worldwide.
Former legislators dismiss calls for President Tinubu's resignation following Kebbi and Kwara attacks, praising his security response. Group condemns politicization of national tragedies.
Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu expresses deep shock over the abduction of 25 female students in Kebbi, describing the incident as inhuman and calling for prayers.
Kebbi State House of Assembly suspends Fakai Local Council Chairman Muhammad Fawa for six months over corruption, theft of transformers, and illegal farmland allocations. Read full details.
President Tinubu orders Defence Minister Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi following abduction of 24 schoolgirls. Minister's experience in handling mass kidnappings cited as key reason for deployment.
Nigerian music star Olamide addresses recent violent attacks in Kwara and Kebbi states, calling for unity while facing criticism over his political affiliations. Read full story.
Pan-Yoruba group Afenifere demands urgent security reforms following deadly attacks on a Kwara church, rice farmers, and a Kebbi school, citing internal sabotage.
Heartbreaking plea from Nigerian lady after sister and pastor husband kidnapped in deadly Eruku church attack. Help find them safe. #JusticeForAkinolaElizabeth
Security analyst reveals 4 key strategies to rescue 25 abducted Kebbi schoolgirls. Government urged to act swiftly using available intelligence tools and negotiation channels.
President Tinubu cancels South Africa, Angola trips amid security concerns. Senator Kalu praises decision as demonstration of fatherly care for kidnapped children.
Kebbi LG chairman dismisses US lawmaker's claim that schoolgirls' abduction occurred in a Christian enclave, releases names of 25 Muslim students. Join the call for accurate reporting.
Kebbi LG chairman dismisses US lawmaker's religious claims, confirms all 27 abducted Maga schoolgirls are Muslim. Full list of names released amid ongoing rescue operation.
President Tinubu postpones South Africa, Angola trips to address Kebbi schoolgirls kidnapping and Kwara church attack. Security reinforcements deployed to affected areas.
Kebbi State government publishes names of 25 abducted Muslim schoolgirls from Maga, countering a US lawmaker's claim of a Christian enclave. Officials urge calm and focus on rescue efforts.
Nigerian military forces eliminate multiple terrorists and bandits during clearance operation in Kebbi State. No soldier fatalities reported in the engagement.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio urges Nigerians to maintain perspective on security challenges, citing global examples while addressing recent attacks in Borno and Kebbi.
President Bola Tinubu postpones G20 and AU-EU summits in South Africa and Angola following the abduction of 25 girls in Kebbi and church attack in Kwara. Security reports awaited.
Terrorists invaded Kebbi school, abducting 25 girls. Student narrates escape ordeal as President Tinubu deploys VP Shettima, vows rescue mission.
UNICEF condemns terrorist attack on Kebbi school where 25 students were kidnapped, demands urgent protection for schools and implementation of Safe Schools Declaration.
President Tinubu postpones his G20 and AU-EU summit trips to address the kidnapping of 24 Kebbi schoolgirls and the Eruku church attack. He deploys additional security forces to Kwara State. Read the latest updates.