Atiku hails rescue of 360 Boko Haram captives in Borno

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed elation over the rescue of 360 individuals abducted by terrorists in Ngoshe, Borno State. The presidential candidate welcomed the news, highlighting it as a relief for the victims and their families who endured months of uncertainty since the March abduction.

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I am elated at reports of the rescue of 360 persons who were abducted by terrorists in Ngoshe, Borno State.

Abubakar commended the Nigerian military, particularly troops of Operation HADIN KAI, for their successful operation in the Mandara Mountains, a known terrorist stronghold. He acknowledged the efforts of security agencies involved in the rescue, stating their work made the liberation possible.

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I acknowledge the role of the military and all other security agencies that were involved in the safe rescue of the Ngoshe abductees.

While celebrating the rescue, Abubakar urged the government and military not to relent in their efforts to free other Nigerians still held captive. He specifically mentioned schoolchildren and teachers reportedly kidnapped in Oyo State and Borno State, calling for intensified efforts to secure their release.

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I am confident that if provided with the necessary tools and much-needed political leadership, the military will bring to an end the nearly two decades of insurgency.

The former Vice President also advocated for a rejig of Nigeria's security architecture. He stressed the importance of greater reliance on intelligence gathering, technology, and preemptive actions to effectively combat terrorism and banditry.

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Even as we savour this rescue, I urge the government and the military to intensify efforts to rescue nearly 100 school children and teachers abducted in Oriire, Oyo State and Mussa, Borno State and all other Nigerians still in the custody of terrorists and bandits.