The Borno South Youth Alliance (BOSYA) has announced the release of women and children from Ngoshe who were reportedly held in captivity, describing the development as a major breakthrough resulting from sustained advocacy and humanitarian engagements.
In a statement signed by its President, Samaila Ibrahim Kaigama obtained by The News Chronicle on Saturday night, BOSYA said the release process began on June 6 following a series of communications, negotiations, and interventions carried out by the organization.
According to the group, it had earlier received assurances that most, if not all, of the affected women and children would regain their freedom. BOSYA expressed satisfaction that the efforts were beginning to produce positive results.
The alliance maintained that its leadership had consistently championed the cause of the victims through persistent advocacy, discussions, and mediation aimed at securing their release.
BOSYA also cautioned against individuals attempting to take credit for the development without contributing to the efforts that led to the outcome, insisting that records of its engagements existed before the release process commenced.
Welcoming the released women and children back home, the organization described their return as a source of hope, relief, and joy for communities across Southern Borno.
The group further called on the Federal Government, Borno State Government, and relevant local authorities to ensure proper screening, support, and rehabilitation for the returnees as they reunite with their families and communities.
