President Muhammadu Buhari assures parents and relations of the kidnapped
Chibok girls that he frequently reflects on the ordeal of the captives in
the hands of Boko Haram terrorists and shares the pain of their continued
absence from home.
On the second anniversary of the kidnap of the girls, President Buhari
affirms that, as a parent and leader of the country, he understands the
torment, frustration and anxiety of the parents and will not spare any
effort to ensure the safe return of the girls.
The President continues to believe that with the total commitment of the
Federal Government, Nigerian Armed Forces and security agencies, and the
support of the international community, the girls will be eventually
rescued.
President Buhari notes that thousands of persons, mostly women and
children, who were kidnapped by Boko Haram, have already been rescued and
reunited with their families. He shares the hope of the parents that the
Chibok girls will ultimately be rescued and reunited with their families
as well.
The President assures the parents that the Federal Government and security
agencies will continue to explore all possible options for the safe return
of the girls.
President Buhari urges the parents to continue to exercise patience and
understanding as the government works diligently to ensure that the girls
return home unharmed.
The President thanks all Nigerians, religious and civil organizations, and
the international community for their continued sympathy, support and
prayers for the return of the Chibok girls.