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Nigeria: Amnesty Demands Rescue of Worshippers Abducted in Niger Mosque Attack

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Amnesty International has formally requested that Nigerian authorities prioritize the rescue of worshippers abducted during Friday prayers at a mosque in Kpenya, Niger State. The incident occurred as part of a broader trend of violence affecting the region.

The abduction highlights a pattern of escalating security threats within the Borgu-Kainji corridor, an area currently experiencing frequent mass abductions and militant activity. The organization’s call for action underscores the ongoing humanitarian and security challenges facing local communities in the state.

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