Fourteen students of an Islamic school in Pandogari, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, have been abducted by suspected terrorists while harvesting maize on their teacher’s farm.
The incident reportedly occurred on Saturday, October 31, 2026, when the attackers invaded Tungan-Bako village and abducted the students alongside their teacher, popularly known as Mallam.
The Niger State Police Command spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident on Monday, clarifying that 14 students were abducted, contrary to earlier reports that 50 were missing.
He said a joint security team had commenced rescue operations to secure the victims’ release.
Meanwhile, spokesperson for the Social Democratic Party governorship candidate,Jonathan Vatsa, criticised Governor Mohammed Bago over the security situation in the state, accusing his administration of failing to take concrete steps to protect residents.
By Anita Ameh
