Mass Kidnapping at Catholic School Sparks National Outrage
Panic has gripped the Papiri community in Niger State following a devastating terrorist attack on St. Mary's Private Catholic Secondary School in the early hours of Friday, November 21, 2025. Armed militants stormed the educational institution between 3 am and 4 am, abducting an unconfirmed number of students and some staff members in what represents another brutal assault on Nigeria's educational system.
The incident gained international attention when CNN aired a report about the kidnapping, bringing global scrutiny to Nigeria's ongoing security challenges. The attack has left parents, community members, and the entire nation in a state of anguish as details continue to emerge about the scale of the abduction.
Legal Professional Demands Government Accountability
Nigerian lawyer Barrister Olakunle Allison expressed profound shock and anger upon learning about the incident through the CNN broadcast. Taking to his Facebook page, the legal professional posed two deeply troubling questions that resonate with many Nigerians experiencing similar security crises across the country.
In his emotional social media post, Allison wrote: "JESUS CHRIST! Terrorists have just kidnapped at least 52 Catholic Students from their School in Niger State. Some staff were also kidnapped. CNN just aired it."
The lawyer then directed his frustration toward the Nigerian government, asking: "What the h*ll is happening? Do we still have a Government in this country?" His questions reflect the growing desperation among citizens who feel abandoned by security forces despite repeated promises of protection.
Allison further criticized the government's response to what he described as Christian genocide in Nigeria, accusing authorities of making "stupulous comparisons with Muslims being killed." He warned that the situation might prompt international intervention, stating: "At this point, America will soon impose very tough sanctions on our Government. They might also consider military action. This is crazy."
Public Reactions Reflect National Security Concerns
The lawyer's powerful questions ignited a firestorm of reactions from concerned Nigerians, each expressing their perspectives on the deteriorating security situation.
Femi Olanrewaju commented: "At this junction, it's obvious there are external forces involved. I have no doubt now. As long as the killings will stop, the foreign power should come in. What's left, we will manage it." This sentiment suggests some citizens are now open to international intervention as local solutions appear insufficient.
Archibong Ekeng expressed even deeper pessimism, stating: "Ah Barrister, you're just hearing about it now, it's something that has been all over the media, obviously we don't have any government in this country, it should be clear to everyone by now. All man to himself, if 2025 is like this, one could imagine how 2027 would be, that's for those who are still trying to push for this government in 2027."
Another commenter, Adebayo Ayobami Marvelous, suggested political motives behind the escalating violence: "I am beginning to think the increased attack is politically orchestrated to destroy this government, and the government is allowing that happen unfortunately."
The discussion took an even more alarming turn when Ifeanyi Chukwu alerted the lawyer to another fresh incident: "Olakunle Allison Another kidnapping incident is being reported in Nasarawa State now, it will soon get to your hearing!" This highlights how kidnapping incidents have become almost routine occurrences in various parts of Nigeria.
The attack on St. Mary's Catholic Secondary School in Papiri represents another chapter in Nigeria's ongoing struggle with insecurity, particularly targeting educational institutions. As families await news about their abducted children, the questions raised by Barrister Allison continue to echo across the nation, demanding answers and action from those in power.
