Mr Dan Atori, a journalist and media aide to the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State, Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has reported that he is currently facing threats from unknown individuals. According to media reports, the intimidation began after he reported the November 21, 2025, attack on Papiri schools, where suspected terrorists abducted more than 300 pupils and staff members.
The threats appear to be linked to conflicting claims that circulated about the actual number of pupils and staff abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State.
While the CAN Chairman, Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, who also oversees the schools, maintained, through his Media Aide, that more than 300 persons were abducted, some individuals insisted that the figure was lower.
Bishop Yohanna, who leads the Kontagora Catholic Diocese, has stood firmly by his account, stressing that those disputing the numbers never visited the school and are relying on speculation rather than accurate information.
As a result of his firm position, Dan, the Media Aide to the CAN Chairman, says he has been receiving multiple calls from hidden numbers, warning him to stop sharing details about the abduction.
“I have been contacted by some groups, both the good, bad, and the ugly, security, politicians, propagandists. By God’s grace, no matter how long the truth is suppressed, it must surely come out strong to silence lies, propaganda,” Dan stated.
Dan, whose only offence is carrying out instructions by his Principal, Bishop Yohanna said, “As at the last 48 hours, I have received calls (from hidden numbers) threatening and warning me not to do/send statements, for safety purposes. I have notified the necessary channels of the threats”.
“I need your prayers and support as always. And my earnest prayers is to see that the remaining captives are rescued by the power of God”, he added
