The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced five individuals to 25 years in prison each for their roles in the abduction incident that occurred on November 21, 2025, at St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. The sentencing was delivered by Justice Binta Nyako, who noted that the defendants had pleaded guilty to the charges against them. The court's decision reflects the serious nature of the crimes committed, which included both abduction and arms trafficking. The case highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
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