The students were reportedly abducted on Saturday, while helping their teacher, also known as a Mallam, harvest maize on his farm in Tungan-Bako village.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the Niger State Command, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident on Monday, clarifying that 14 students were abducted and not 50, as reported in some quarters.
He said joint security operatives had commenced rescue efforts to secure the release of the victims.
“However, joint security rescue efforts are ongoing; further developments will be communicated,” he said.
