One hundred rescued pupils from St. Mary Catholic School in Niger State have shared the terror of their captivity, revealing they were marched deep into the forest, camped near a river, and threatened with death if they made any noise. Their release was coordinated by the Office of the National Security Adviser, the military, and the DSS, highlighting a fragile victory in Nigeria’s ongoing security storm.
Key Points:
- The 100 children were rescued in a joint operation by the NSA’s office, the military, and DSS
- Students recounted being camped near a river in the forest and sleeping on a trampoline
- Abductors threatened to beat and kill them if they made noise or cried
- Parents expressed profound terror and gratitude for the rescue
- Governor Mohammed Bago thanked security agencies and pledged to rescue those still held
- President Tinubu commended the operation and ordered the rescue of the remaining 115 captives
- US lawmaker Riley Moore cited the rescue as a positive sign in bilateral security talks
Rooted in the Storm.
Sources: Leadership
