…secure Nigerians, CAN tells FGJohn Ameh, Adelani Adepegba and Leke Bayewu, AbujaThe Presidency said on Tuesday the regime of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd. ), was working hard to secure the release of all hostages taken by Boko Haram and to re-unite them with their families. The Presidency spoke in reaction to recent statements credited to the Christian Association of Nigeria on Christian hostages held by terrorist groups. It said, “The security forces of Nigeria are working continuously to return those taken hostage by Boko Haram to their families, friends and communities. The body also said the government must ensure the release of Christians and other Nigerians in Boko Haram captivity.

Source: Punch January 07, 2020 23:37 UTC