Fifty Students Escape Nigerian School Kidnapping; Over 250 Remain Captive
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Fifty Students Escape Nigerian School Kidnapping; Over 250 Remain Captive

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Fifty students abducted from St. Mary's School in Nigeria have escaped, while approximately 253 students and 12 staff members remain in captivity.

Fifty students who were abducted from St. Mary's School in Papiri, Niger State, Nigeria, have escaped captivity and reunited with their families, according to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). The students, aged between 10 and 18, managed to flee individually between Friday and Saturday. However, approximately 253 students and 12 staff members remain in captivity.

The mass abduction occurred on Friday when gunmen attacked the Catholic institution, seizing a total of 303 students and 12 teachers. This incident is part of a series of school attacks in Nigeria, prompting the government to close 47 schools in the region. Pope Leo has appealed for the immediate release of the remaining hostages, expressing deep concern for their safety.

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The Guardian

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Fifty students who were abducted from St. Mary's School in Papiri, Niger State, Nigeria, have escaped captivity and reunited with their families.

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The mass abduction occurred on Friday when gunmen attacked the Catholic institution, seizing a total of 303 students and 12 teachers.

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Pope Leo has appealed for the immediate release of the remaining hostages, expressing deep concern for their safety.

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This incident is part of a series of school attacks in Nigeria, prompting the government to close 47 schools in the region.

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