Nigeria: Schoolgirls abducted from Kebbi rescued
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- On November 25, 2025, all 24 schoolgirls abducted from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Kebbi state, Nigeria, were rescued, following a series of alarming kidnappings in the region. This incident is part of a broader trend of escalating violence against educational institutions in Nigeria, where kidnappings have surged in recent weeks, prompting discussions about potential strikes by educators due to safety concerns.
- The rescue of the schoolgirls is a significant development in the ongoing security crisis in Nigeria, highlighting the government's efforts to address the rampant insecurity affecting schools. President Bola Tinubu confirmed the successful operation, which comes after a wave of mass abductions that has left communities in fear and uncertainty.
- The recent surge in school kidnappings in Nigeria reflects a troubling pattern of violence against students and educators, with over 300 pupils kidnapped in a separate incident just days prior. This ongoing crisis raises critical questions about the effectiveness of security measures in protecting educational institutions and the broader implications for children's safety and access to education in the region.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
