Breaking News: Hundreds of Children Abducted in Nigeria School Attack
At least 315 children and 12 teachers have been abducted by gunmen in an attack on St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger state, Nigeria. The attack occurred on Friday, with the victims ranging in age from 10 to 18.
The Christian Association of Nigeria confirmed the updated tally after a verification exercise and census was carried out. The victims were abducted from the school's dormitories, with 88 additional students captured while trying to escape.
The attack has sent shockwaves through the community, with authorities scrambling to locate the missing children and staff. The Nigerian government has promised to do everything in its power to ensure the safe return of the abducted individuals.
The school is a Catholic institution located in the north-central region of Nigeria, an area that has seen a recent surge in violence and kidnappings. The attack is the latest in a series of incidents targeting schools and educational institutions in the region.
As the search for the missing children and staff continues, authorities are working to gather more information and coordinate a response. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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