Police rescue two children found in abandoned vehicle in Niger

On October 23, 2026, the Niger State Police Command rescued two children aged eight who were found in an abandoned vehicle along the Abuja-Kaduna highway. The incident took place in Niger State, highlighting ongoing concerns about child safety in the region.

The police reported that the children were discovered unharmed and have since been taken into protective custody. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the abandonment of the vehicle and the children. No suspects have been identified at this time, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward. The current situation remains stable as the police continue their inquiries.

Reported by Daily Post.