The United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-Moon, has welcomed the
reported release of 21 Chibok schoolgirls, following more than two
years of captivity in the den of Boko Haram terrorists.
A UN statement said the scribe “remains deeply concerned about the
safety and well-being of the remaining schoolgirls and other victims of
abduction by Boko Haram, who are still in captivity.
“The Secretary-General urges the international community to continue
supporting the government of Nigeria in its efforts to secure their
release, rehabilitation and reintegration.
“He calls for increased efforts to ensure additional humanitarian
access in the north-east of Nigeria, and reiterates the continued
commitment of the United Nations in this regard.”
It added that the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for
West Africa and the Sahel, in his capacity as High Representative for
Nigeria, continues to engage with the Nigerian authorities and
international partners on this matter.
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