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Govt opens up over escape of repentant terrorists escape from camp
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The Borno State Government has denied the rumor making the mills that six out of the former Boko Haram insurgents kept in the hajj camp have escaped.
A statement by the Commissioner of information Professor Usman Tar yesterday stated that indeed six out of the over 20,000 in the camp escaped but they did not leave with any arms from the camp.
“These repentant insurgents escaped unarmed and are being tracked down.”
Regarding the rumors that the absconders escaped with government arms, “preliminary investigation reveals that this was not true.” said the Commissioner.
The Statement further stated that, “the attention of the Borno State government has been drawn to a recent escape of six repentant insurgents that had surrendered to the Borno State Government and processed under the Borno Model of Reconciliation, Peace building and Development.
“The Borno State government is fully aware of the incident and remains committed to collaborating with the relevant agencies to track and arrest the escapees.” Said Professor Tar
“These Repentant returnees are part of a cohort of over 20,000 militants that were recently documented, processed, profiled and categorized as “low risk” in terms of their mental state, vulnerability to violent extremism, propensity for psychotropic substance abuse and probability of relapse to violence.
“Terrorists and other violent non-state actors have historically acquired weapons from various subterranean sources, which they use in their propaganda videos. Therefore, seeing weapons in such videos does not imply they belong to the government.
“It is important to note that the six absconders are a very small and insignificant number when compared to the over 20,000 repentant individuals who were successfully processed and domiciled in the exit programme.
“The Borno State Government wishes to warn the public and stakeholders that we should be careful not to give in to terrorists’ propaganda by demoralizing our gallant troops and law-abiding citizens, as any amplification of this unfortunate situation may likely embolden the terrorists and undermine the ongoing counter-insurgency operations.
“Citizens should be rest assured that all that is being done is to ensure peace in Borno State. We urge citizens and stakeholders to continue to support the government’s efforts in that regard. The Government is committed to restoring peace and security across the state.” The release stated.
Meanwhile, one resident has been killed while two others got injured in a recent attack by insurgents at the Kirawa community near Gwoza town recently.
A Cameroonian soldier under the Multinational Joint Task Force ( MNJTF ) was also said to be missing as Boko Haram attacked Kirawa Community of Gwoza council area of Borno state.
Sources told this reporter that the latest attack occurred barely a week ago where the terrorists abducted 15 farmers and killed five other civilians on the Nigerian independence day in Ngoshe community of the same Gwoza council area.
A source with the information of last week’s attack in Ngoshe , said the terrorists ambushed the farmers while they were busy with their farming activities in the community.
” After they took them to their base, the terrorists slaughtered the five that were killed , but later released three women out of the 15 farmers abducted at Ngoshe. ” said a source..
Speaking to our correspondent in a telephone conversation over the Kirawa attack, a resident of Gwoza who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said the terrorists killed one civilian who was in a military vehicle, while two others sustained injuries as two military vehicles were set ablaze by the terrorists who fled after attacking the community.
The Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Idirisa Timta, has equally lamented the attacks on farmers and promised that residents would collaborate with the Nigerian military to ensure that the remnants of the terrorists are eliminated.
A statment from a resident in Gwoza summed up the whole incident of last week.
“We sorrowfully announce the abduction of about 15 farmers, including children, women, young, and elderly, by Boko Haram terrorists in Ngoshe, Gwoza LGA.
“The attack also resulted in the death of CJTF member Jubril Dada Zarana and five civilians. The terrorists ambushed the farmers while they were busy with their farming activities.
“After taking them to their base, the terrorists mercilessly slaughtered 5 people namely; Isa Musa Moh’d Diyara ( Doglas), Salawuddin Suleman Dauda ( Lawan), Maryam Gwambran, Matan Kaka Mobil Aga, Baba Amos.
” The Boko Haram terrorists later released three 3 women, Anna Andrew Gadzawaga, Hauwa Braga and two little unidentified boys.
“Moreover, some people are missing as a result of this incident. The people did not return to Ngoshe during the catastrophe and as reported by the released women, they are not part of the abducted.
“The names of the missing residents noware: Babawo Kanin Shagari, Ummi Trabos and Babson Yaron Teacher.”
The source called on residents of the state and Gwoza Concerned Citizens, to please include their people in their prayers as they endure this helpless situation.
“Our people are severely suffering due to lack of essential life supports but they have chosen to remain in their fatherland because of the love they have for it. Neither Government nor NGO’S is providing them with food supplies.
The little farming of which they have hope for survival on, they have to put their lives along the line in order to harvest what they have planted. People of Ngoshe and the Neighboring villages (Gava, Agapalawa, Amuda, Chinene, Chikide, Dhugwade, Kwadale, Bokko, Barawa, Kughum, etc). Only God can come to our aid. Part of the people of the aforementioned villages are currently living in Ngoshe.” Said our source
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the Nigerian judiciary to ensure the delivery of fair and timely justice, warning that a compromised legal system poses a threat to democratic stability.
The president made the call on Monday during the commissioning of the Court of Appeal Abuja Division building complex in Dakibiyu, Abuja.
The development was disclosed in a statement posted on the official page of Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented the President at the event.
According to the statement, Tinubu expressed concern over delays in the administration of justice and the growing frustration among citizens over prolonged court cases and case backlogs.
He said the justice system must remain accessible, fair and efficient to sustain public confidence in the judiciary.
“To my Lords Justices, as you move into this complex, Nigeria asks one thing of you: let justice be swift. Let it be fair. Let it be blind to status, tribe, or purse. Let the common man feel that this Court is truly his last hope,” Tinubu said.
The president stated that the newly commissioned Court of Appeal complex reflects his administration’s commitment to strengthening the justice sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
According to him, providing a befitting working environment for judicial officers remains part of efforts to improve the effectiveness of the nation’s justice system.
The Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna on Monday adjourned the trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai to June 24, 2026, following the failure of two co-defendants to appear before the court.
El-Rufai, who is being prosecuted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over allegations of abuse of office, financial impropriety, and fraud during his tenure as governor, was present in court when the matter was called.
The former governor arrived at the court premises at about 9:30 a.m., accompanied by officials of the ICPC, as well as operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force.
However, proceedings could not continue as scheduled after two other defendants named in the charge failed to appear before the court.
Following submissions by counsel, the presiding judge adjourned the matter to June 24, 2026, for the continuation of the hearing.
El-Rufai has consistently denied all allegations levelled against him, insisting that all actions taken during his administration were carried out in accordance with the law and established procedures.
The ICPC, on its part, alleges that public funds were released for projects that were either not executed or were improperly handled during the former governor’s administration.
The anti-corruption agency maintains that the charges against the defendants are supported by evidence gathered during its investigations and has expressed readiness to prosecute the case to its logical conclusion.
At previous sittings, the court had entertained arguments relating to bail conditions and preliminary applications filed by the defence team.
Monday’s proceedings were expected to feature further arguments on pending motions before the unexpected absence of the two co-defendants stalled the hearing.
The trial has continued to attract considerable public attention, given El-Rufai’s prominence in national politics and his eight-year tenure as governor of Kaduna State between 2015 and 2023.
With the matter now adjourned, both the prosecution and defence teams are expected to return to court on June 24 for the continuation of proceedings.
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, ahead of the 2027 polls, Peter Obi, has condemned in very strong terms the order given by the Federal High Court in Abuja that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and four other parties should be deregistered for failing to meet constitutional requirements.
The former Anambra State governor, who took a swipe at the pronouncement, warned that the nation’s sacred institutions must not be sacrificed on the altar of politics.
Reacting to the Federal High Court ruling on Monday deregistering some political parties, including ADC, Obi remarked that the nation rises when institutions are stronger and not when they’re politicised.
Justice Peter Lifu ruled Monday that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, must deregister ADC, Accord, Action Alliance, AA, Action Peoples Party, APP, and Zenith Labour Party, ZLP, after they failed to secure 25% of votes in the last general elections.
Writing on his X handle, the 2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate said, “When the controversy surrounding the removal of the former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen, unfolded, I expressed a concern to a friend: that the greatest damage might not be immediate, but the message it sends about the sanctity and independence of our institutions to the world.”
“Strong economies are built on trust. Investors can manage security risks, policy risks, and even market risks. What they fear most is uncertainty in the rule of law and a judiciary that is perceived to be vulnerable to political pressure.
“Today, many Nigerians have lost confidence in systems that should protect them. Businesses increasingly request that their contracts be governed by foreign jurisdictions because they have greater confidence in those institutions than in our own. That should concern every patriot.
“We must never sacrifice our sacred institutions on the altar of politics. Nations rise when institutions are stronger than individuals. The Federal High Court judgment ordering the deregistration of the ADC and other political parties is just one of those activities that further reduces the common man’s trust in our legal systems; it should be reversed.
“I pledge that we will restore the dignity, independence, and integrity of the judiciary. The common man must have a voice. The business community must be protected from legal uncertainty and intimidation. Justice must be impartial, accessible, and respected by all.
“To our judges, legal luminaries, senior advocates, and lawyers: this is your moment. Rise, defend the rule of law, take back your country! A new Nigeria is possible.”
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