FULL LIST: Niger Catholic diocese releases names of 265 students, teachers in captivity

[NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 24/11/2025
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora, Niger state, has released the names of 265 students and teachers of St Mary’s School, Papiri, who are still in captivity. On November 21, armed men attacked the school and abducted 315 people — including 303 students and 12 teachers. On Sunday, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger state said 50 students abducted from the school had escaped from captivity. On Monday, the diocese released the names of 239 students from nursery and primary schools, 14 students from secondary schools, and 12 teachers who remain in custody, bringing the total to (…)
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