Soyinka Urges FG to Beef Up School Security Nationwide
Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka calls for urgent security measures in Nigerian schools to prevent kidnappings and attacks. He advocates for security education in curricula.
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Parents Protest Niger Govt Inaction Over Abducted Pupils
Parents of 300+ abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School protest government negligence. Eight days later, children remain captive as international concern grows.
Holy Rosary College Students Cheer New Head Girl
Watch the heartwarming moment Holy Rosary College students erupt in joy as their new senior prefect is announced. The viral TikTok video shows genuine student leadership appreciation.
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.
265 Missing in Niger School Abduction - Catholic Bishop
Catholic Bishop Bulus Yohanna reveals 265 teachers and students remain missing after St. Mary's school abduction in Niger State. Two parents have died from shock. Urgent security action needed.
Kogi Children Flee School Over Bandit Rumors
A Kogi mother shares how her children ran home from school amid bandit invasion rumors. Police deny the attack as parents react to the security scare. Read full details.
Senate Amends Terrorism Act to Fight Kidnapping
Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.
Schoolboy, 8, stabbed at primary school in Melbourne
An 8-year-old boy was stabbed at Brentwood Park Primary School in Melbourne. An 11-year-old suspect is being questioned. Police found multiple knives in his bag.
Niger Governor: St Mary Students Missing, Not Abducted
Niger State Governor Umar Bago reveals new details about St Mary school attack, clarifying students are missing not abducted as rescue operations continue.
Corona School Emphasizes Tech Skills and Activities
Corona School reinforces its commitment to co-curricular activities and tech skills like AI for students. See how they're preparing future leaders for a global stage.
Second Parent Dies After Niger School Kidnapping
Another parent of abducted St. Mary's Catholic School students has died, hours after father of three succumbed to heart attack. Read the tragic details.
Kogi Denies School Abduction Reports as Fake News
Kogi State Security Adviser debunks alleged bandit attack on Kiri High School, warns against fake news creators. Government assures full security alert across state.
Wike Threatens Action Over False School Shutdown Order
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has suspended education officials and promised severe sanctions over an unauthorized memo ordering school closures in Abuja. Read details.
Kogi School Attack: Conflicting Reports Emerge
Kogi government denies kidnapping at Kiri High School while local chairman confirms two deaths during bandit attack. Get the latest details on this developing security situation.
Father Dies After Bandits Abduct His Three Children in Niger
A father tragically died from a heart attack after bandits abducted his three children from St Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. CAN reveals 303 students and teachers were taken in Monday's attack.
Parent Dies of Heart Attack After School Abduction
A Niger State parent suffered fatal heart attack following abduction of three children from St. Mary's School. Rev. John Hayab reveals ongoing trauma among affected families.
24 Kebbi Schoolgirls Freed from Captors
24 kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls regain freedom through security operations. One student escaped earlier, while vice principal was killed during the attack. Read full details.
24 Kebbi schoolgirls freed after week-long captivity
24 students from Government Girls Comprehensive School in Maga, Kebbi State have been released after 7 days in captivity. Read about the security response and ongoing school safety concerns in Northern Nigeria.
Lagos Police Boost Security at Schools, Worship Centers
Lagos State Police Command deploys additional officers to schools and worship centers following recent bandit attacks and kidnappings across Nigeria. Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh assures public safety.
Niger School Attack: Missing Children Count Uncertain
About 50 schoolchildren escaped bandits in Niger State Catholic school attack. Authorities remain uncertain about missing pupils as bishop restricts information sharing with security officials.
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.
Atlantic Hall wins ALTECS U-17 school football tourney
Atlantic Hall defeated British International School Lagos 1-0 to clinch the 2025 ALTECS U-17 Secondary School Football Competition, a platform merging education and sports for Nigerian youth.
Falz Urges Nigerians to Hold Lawmakers Accountable
Nigerian rapper Falz calls for citizens to demand security accountability from lawmakers beyond social media activism. He questions government handling of recent kidnappings in Kwara and Niger states.
Delta School Panic Over False Herdsmen Attack
Students at Otagba-Ogbe Girls Secondary School in Delta State fled classrooms amid herdsmen attack fears. Police confirm false alarm, urge calm and warn against spreading unverified information.
Full List: 265 Abducted Niger Catholic School Victims Named
Catholic Diocese releases names of 265 abducted students and teachers from St. Mary's Schools in Niger State. 50 students escaped. Government urged to act swiftly.
Ex-Lawmakers Caution Opposition on Kidnapping Politics
Former legislators warn opposition parties against politicizing school kidnappings, call for national unity while Tinubu monitors security updates. Read full details.
Zamfara Govt Rejects School Closures Over Insecurity
Zamfara State Government pledges not to shut schools despite kidnappings in the North. New security measures are in place to protect students and ensure academic continuity.
Zamfara Keeps Schools Open Amid Kidnapping Wave
Zamfara State Government refuses to shut schools despite northern Nigeria's student abduction crisis. Commissioner reveals security measures to protect students while maintaining education.
Bauchi Closes Schools Amid Security Crisis
Bauchi state government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools due to escalating security threats across northern Nigeria. Stay informed.
Security Forces Locate Camp Holding Abducted Kebbi Girls
Nigeria's Defence Minister confirms security forces have located the camp holding the 25 abducted Kebbi schoolgirls. A major rescue operation is underway. Urgent action demanded.
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