Suspected bandits have abducted 14 students of an Islamic school in Pandogari, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State.
The students were reportedly kidnapped on Saturday while helping their Islamic teacher, popularly known as a Mallam, harvest maize on his farm in Tungan-Bako village.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the Niger State Command, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident on Monday.
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He clarified that 14 students were abducted, dismissing earlier reports that claimed 50 students were missing.
Abiodun disclosed that joint security operatives had launched rescue operations to secure the release of the kidnapped students.
He added that efforts were ongoing, promising to provide further updates on the situation.
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