Nigeria Releases 100 Kidnapped Children

At least 153 students and 12 teachers taken from a Catholic school last month remain in captivity.

Nigerian authorities have successfully secured the release of 100 children kidnapped from St Mary’s School in Niger State, with reports confirming their arrival in Abuja for handover to local officials. Initially, 303 students and 12 teachers were abducted on November 21, and while 50 students escaped, 153 remain unaccounted for. The recent kidnappings highlight ongoing violence in Nigeria, affecting both Christians and Muslims, amid international concerns regarding the safety of religious communities. U.S. President Trump has criticized Nigeria’s handling of the situation, prompting discussions of potential military intervention.