Dozens of abducted schoolchildren and teachers rescued in Nigeria

Dozens of students and teachers kidnapped from three schools in Oyo, Nigeria, have been rescued after 56 days in captivity. President Bola Tinubu announced the successful operation, which led to the arrest of eight assailants and the killing of an unspecified number. The abduction occurred on May 15, with the victims ranging in age from two to 16. Kidnappings for ransom have become increasingly common in Nigeria, raising concerns about the expanding security crisis.

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