Okonjo-Iweala Saddened by School Attacks in Nigeria
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala expresses deep sorrow over the killings and kidnappings of students and teachers in northern Nigeria. Read more on the security crisis and its impact on education.
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala expresses deep sorrow over the killings and kidnappings of students and teachers in northern Nigeria. Read more on the security crisis and its impact on education.
Fifty students abducted from St. Mary's School in Niger State have escaped. Get the latest updates on the ongoing security situation and rescue efforts.
Yobe state government orders immediate closure of all boarding secondary schools following security review. Governor Buni urges prayers for peace and security nationwide.
Kebbi State Government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools after gunmen attacked GGCCSS Maga, abducting 25 students. Stay informed on security measures.
Niger State Governor Umaru Bago reveals informants enabled terrorist attacks, orders closure of all schools after 315 abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School. Security operations intensify.
The mass abduction of 327 pupils from St. Mary Catholic School in Papiri shocked Nigeria. Discover how this beacon of hope transformed Kamberi lives through education despite poverty and insecurity.
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.
Niger State government orders immediate closure of all schools following abduction of over 300 students in Papiri. Governor Bago announces security measures while rescue operations continue.
Catholic Diocese confirms 315 students and teachers kidnapped in Niger state. Government denies school closure order as security agencies launch rescue operations.
Catholic Diocese reveals 88 more students missing from St Mary School attack in Niger, bringing total to 303. Management denies receiving security warnings from state government.
Federal Government denies circulating reports about school closures starting November 24, 2025. Ministry confirms fake news, urges public to verify information from official channels.
Rep. Abdullahi Garba condemns the tragic abduction at St. Mary's School in Niger, urging security agencies to ensure the pupils' safe return and calling for a national strategy on school safety.
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora reports 88 additional students missing after a terrorist attack on St Mary Secondary School in Niger state. The total number of missing students is now 303. Read for the latest updates.
The number of abducted pupils and teachers from St. Mary's schools in Niger State rises to 315. CAN Chairman denies receiving any prior security warning. Read the latest updates.
CAN confirms 227 students and teachers kidnapped from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. Authorities working to secure safe release amid growing security concerns.
Federal government closes 41 unity colleges nationwide following security concerns. Full list of affected schools and immediate implementation details revealed.
Federal Government orders immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges nationwide following recent student abductions in Kebbi and Niger States. Stay informed about education security measures.
Federal Government orders immediate closure of 47 unity colleges following attacks in Kebbi and Niger states. 25 schoolgirls abducted, vice principal killed. Read full details.
Katsina State orders immediate closure of all public schools due to escalating insecurity. Learn about the recent attacks and government response. Stay informed.
Plateau State orders immediate closure of all schools due to rising insecurity. Learn about the closure dates and safety measures being implemented.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar calls for state of emergency after gunmen abduct students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger state. President Tinubu cancels foreign trips amid crisis.
Music mogul Don Jazzy questions government's response to Papiri school abduction while recalling swift action against EndSARS protesters. Read reactions and analysis.
Peter's Foundation Secondary School in Rukubi experienced mass panic after students mistook hunters for kidnappers. Proprietor confirms false alarm, no abductions occurred. Read full details.
Christian Association of Nigeria condemns abduction of pupils, teachers at St. Mary's Catholic Schools in Niger state. CAN working with security agencies for rescue.
Niger state government confirms abduction at St. Mary's School in Agwara after intelligence reports warned of threats. Security agencies launch rescue operation.
Nigerian lawyer Olakunle Allison questions government's existence after terrorists abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri. Read his powerful reaction and public responses.
Gunmen attacked St. Mary's Catholic schools in Papiri, Niger State, kidnapping pupils, students and teachers. Security agencies are coordinating rescue efforts. Pray for their safe return.
Rev. Father calls for state of emergency after terrorists abduct students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. Read his urgent message to government.