PHOTOS: How 357 Ngoshe captives regain freedom
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum announced the rescue of 357 captives who were abducted by Boko Haram in Ngoshe earlier this year. The operation involved coordination between the Nigerian military, local security forces, and the federal government under President Bola Tinubu.
Why it matters
This rescue highlights ongoing security challenges in Northern Nigeria and the government's efforts to stabilize the region against insurgent groups.
Babagana Zulum, the governor of Borno State has explained how President Bola Tinubu s administration and other security agencies played a pivotal role in securing the freedom of 434 residents of Ngoshe community, who were abducted on Monday, 3rd March 2026, after a Boko Haram invasion of the community, located at the foot of the Mandara Mountains in the state. Speaking in Pulka on Monday, Zulum confirmed that the latest release comprises 357 persons, while approximately 82 others had regained their freedom spontaneously in smaller batches since their abduction. The rescued victims were originally taken from Ngoshe, a border town in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, following an attack by Boko Haram terrorists early this year. Zulum particularly praised President Tinubu for his personal intervention and commitment towards restoring peace, which he said accelerated the negotiation and rescue process.
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