Schools in Niger State Resume Classes Following Abductions

Nigerian officials announced that schools in Niger state will reopen from January 12, following a mass abduction in November that led to closures. The decision, made after security assessments, allows schools in “safe and secure areas” to resume operations, though those in unsafe areas will remain closed. Just a day after the announcement, gunmen attacked a village in Niger state, resulting in at least 30 deaths and several kidnappings, highlighting ongoing security concerns. All rescued students from the November abduction were confirmed safe just before Christmas, but the method of their release remains undisclosed.

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