Fifty Abducted Pupils Escape and Reunite With Families After Kidnapping in Niger State

A sense of relief is spreading across parts of Niger State following the safe return of fifty pupils who were kidnapped from St Mary’s Catholic Secondary School. The students, who had been abducted earlier in the week by unidentified armed men, managed to escape their captors and reunite with their families over the weekend.


The Christian Association of Nigeria confirmed the development in a statement, describing the children’s return as “good news” for both the community and the country. According to the association, the pupils successfully fled between Friday and Saturday, making their way back to safety despite the difficult circumstances surrounding their abduction.

The encouraging update was first highlighted by Channels Television. According to a report shared by Channels TV on Facebook, the escape took place in phases as the frightened pupils sought help from nearby residents and security personnel after breaking away from the kidnappers. The broadcaster noted that the community was thrown into jubilation as parents rushed to embrace their children after days of fear and uncertainty.

Eyewitness reports from the area indicate that the abduction had caused widespread tension, especially given past incidents of school kidnappings in the region. Residents reported that armed men invaded the school premises and forcefully took away the students, prompting immediate concerns about their safety. The school, St Mary’s Catholic Secondary School in Niger State, is one of several academic institutions in northern Nigeria that have seen security threats in recent years.

Community leaders expressed gratitude for the pupils’ survival and commended security agencies as well as local volunteers who assisted in the rescue efforts. According to community sources, the pupils are now undergoing medical checks and psychological evaluation to ensure their full recovery after the traumatic experience.

Authorities in Niger State have pledged to intensify efforts to secure schools and prevent similar incidents in the future. Meanwhile, the Christian Association of Nigeria urged both the government and security agencies to maintain stronger surveillance around vulnerable communities, emphasizing that the safety of children must remain a national priority.

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