Nigerian Military Rescues Another 234 Women & Children From Sambisa Forests

Press Releases

Another set of 234 women and children were rescued through the Kawuri and Konduga end of Sambisa forest on Thursday. They have been evacuated to join others at the place of ongoing screening. This set in addition to the previous individuals earlier rescued during the ongoing operation in the area.

The assault on the forest is continuing from various fronts and efforts are concentrated on rescuing hostages of civilians and destroying all terrorists camps and facilities in the forest.

Chris OLUKOLADE
Major General
Director Defence Information
May 1, 2015