Niger police confirm 14 Islamiya students abducted

…SDP chieftain insists 50 were kidnapped, faults Bago over insecurity
By Clare Nnabuike, Minna
The Niger State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of 14 Islamiya school students by suspected bandits in Rafi Local Government Area of the state, dismissing reports that 50 students were kidnapped.

The students were reportedly helping their Mallam harvest maize on a farm when the attackers invaded the area and abducted them.

The incident occurred on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with initial reports identifying the location as Pandogari community. However, the police identified the scene as Tungan-Bako village in Rafi LGA.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Superintenden...