Gunmen abduct 14 Islamic school students in Niger

The students had been reportedly kidnapped on Saturday, whereas serving to their trainer, often known as a Mallam, harvest maize on his farm in (*14*)-Bako village.

The Police Public Relations Officer of the Niger State Command, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident on Monday, clarifying that 14 students had been kidnapped and never 50, as reported in some quarters.

He stated joint safety operatives had commenced rescue efforts to safe the discharge of the victims.

“However, joint safety rescue efforts are ongoing; additional developments shall be communicated,” he stated.