In a statement on Monday, Dec. 8, the Chairman of the Association, Niger State Chapter, Bishop Bulus Yohanna, noted that it would have been grear news to learn of the abductees’ freedom. However, he said no news of their current whereabouts has been delivered to the grieving communities.
"It will be a thing of joy if some of our children have been released. We have been praying and waiting for their return. If it is true, then it is a cheering news. However, we are not officially aware and have not been duly notified.
"We hope and pray it’s true and will be looking forward to when the remaining will be released,"the statement read.
Recall that on November 21, 2025, bandits attacked the St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School, in the remote community of Papiri, abducting 315 people—303 students and 12 teachers.
50 pupils escaped within the first day and were reunited with their families.
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