# Gunmen Abduct School Principal, NECO Official and Students in Kogi
Gunmen abducted a school principal, an official from the National Examination Council (NECO), and multiple students during an examination in Kogi State. The abduction occurred while examinations were underway at the school.
One of the abducted students has been rescued, according to a statement from the Kogi Police Command. Police and other security agencies have launched a joint operation to secure the release of the remaining victims still held by the gunmen.
The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in the region, with armed groups continuing to target educational institutions and their personnel. The involvement of multiple security agencies in the rescue effort reflects the seriousness with which authorities are treating the abduction.
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