When were the Nigerian schoolchildren freed from captivity?

The last batch of 130 schoolchildren and teachers were freed late Wednesday night, November 21.

Where did the mass abduction in Nigeria take place?

The mass abduction occurred at St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri community, Niger state, Nigeria.

What are the security concerns in Nigeria related to schools?

School kidnappings for ransom have become a major security issue across Nigeria.

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Nigeria School Kids Reunited for Christmas After Kidnapping

24 Dec

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Summary

130 schoolchildren and teachers were released after a month-long captivity.
The release occurred in Papiri community, Niger state, Nigeria.
Families celebrated a joyous Christmas reunion following the ordeal.

Nigeria School Kids Reunited for Christmas After Kidnapping

In a heartwarming Christmas reunion, 130 Nigerian schoolchildren and teachers have been released after being held for a month. The group, abducted on November 21 from St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri, Niger state, returned to their community late Wednesday night, just in time for the holidays. Their return marked the final batch freed from one of the country's largest mass abductions.

Mothers tearfully embraced their children, while jubilant villagers lifted the students high, examining them with relief. For families like Yusuf Timothy's, whose daughter Rejoice was among the freed, the reunion brings an unparalleled sense of joy. "This Christmas, since we are celebrating Christmas with our children, we are so glad," Timothy shared.