Kogi govt confirm abduction of 24 pupils from orphanage home‎

Author: AyobamiPublished on: April 27, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Kogi govt confirm abduction of 24 pupils from orphanage home‎

The Kogi State government confirmed the abduction of 24 individuals from an orphanage, including 23 pupils and the proprietor's wife. Although the orphanage was unregistered, a rescue operation led to the recovery of 15 victims. The incident occurred on April 26, 2026, when armed men invaded the premises. Authorities raised concerns about the operation of unregistered institutions in isolated areas.

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