Gunmen stormed a Catholic school in Nigeria early this morning, abducting over 100 children. The attack took place at St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School in the Papiri community in Niger State. Authorities report that a group of armed assailants, traveling on approximately 60 motorcycles and vehicles, intruded on the school premises.
Details about the motives behind the attack remain unclear, and no group has claimed responsibility at this time. Local officials and security personnel responded to the scene following the incident, which has raised concerns about safety and security in the region. The abducted students are believed to be primarily primary school-aged children.
Niger State has experienced a series of security challenges, including attacks by armed groups and bandits, which have targeted civilians and educational institutions. The Nigerian government has condemned the incident and announced efforts to locate the missing children and apprehend the perpetrators. The community and families affected by the attack continue to await further updates from authorities.