A Nigerian Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced five individuals to 25 years imprisonment for their involvement in the 2025 attack and abduction at St. Mary's Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State. The court found the five guilty of terrorism-related charges stemming from the incident. The attack targeted students and staff at the school, causing significant disruption and fear in the region. Details regarding the specific roles of each individual in the abduction were not immediately released. The sentencing marks a significant development in the prosecution of those involved in the ongoing security challenges in Niger State. This conviction aims to deter future attacks on educational institutions and underscores the government’s commitment to combating terrorism. The case was heard on Thursday, with the verdict delivered the same day.