Nigerian army frees 360 people abducted by Boko Haram
Summary
The Nigerian army rescued 360 people who were kidnapped by Boko Haram in the Mandara mountains of southern Borno. Most of the freed individuals were taken to safe places for medical help, but two infants died due to harsh conditions during captivity.Key Facts
- The rescue happened in the Mandara mountains, a Boko Haram stronghold in northeastern Nigeria.
- Among the freed were children and adults abducted from different communities in Borno state.
- Two infants died from exhaustion caused by difficult terrain and tough conditions in captivity.
- The army safely moved the rescued people to places where they could get medical care and support.
- Boko Haram and its splinter group, ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province), have been fighting in the region for over ten years.
- Nigeria and the U.S. recently conducted a joint operation that killed 175 ISWAP fighters.
- The conflict has killed thousands and forced millions to leave their homes, creating a serious security crisis.
- Some experts say the government is not doing enough to protect people despite promises from Nigeria’s president.
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