11 Years On: Borno Govt Provides N10m Support to Chibok Girls’ Parents Amid Ongoing Rescue Efforts

• The Borno State Government has donated N10 million and food items to the parents of the 276 kidnapped Chibok girls on their 11th anniversary.

• The government has rescued 189 of the girls, with 18 currently under its care, receiving psychosocial support, vocational training, and academic tutorials.

• The government reaffirmed its commitment to finding the remaining girls and reintegrating the rescued ones into society.

The Borno State Government has marked the 11th anniversary of the Chibok girls’ abduction by donating N10 million and food items to the parents of the 276 kidnapped girls.

A statement from the state ministry of Information and Internal Security revealed that the event brought together grieving parents, community leaders, and government officials in Chibok local government area.

According to the statement, 189 of the abducted girls have been rescued, with 18 currently under the care of the Borno State Government.

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These girls are undergoing psychosocial support, vocational training, and academic tutorials in preparation to resit their WAEC examinations. The government reiterated its commitment to locating and safely returning the remaining girls.

Representing the State Government, Hon. Zuwaira Gambo, Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, delivered a heartfelt message on behalf of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum.

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Gambo said, “We will continue to walk with you, support you, and never give up until every missing girl is found. The rescued girls are not just being rehabilitated, they are being given a new chance at life.”

The Executive Chairman of Chibok, Mustapha Modu, and Pogu Lawan, a Member representing the area at the Borno State House of Assembly, expressed appreciation to the Borno state government for its relentless support of Chibok over the years. They called for sustained efforts until every last girl is returned and every family finds peace.