Senate to FG: Rescue 416 Boko Haram captives in Borno

The Senate has called on the Federal Government to intensify efforts to secure the release of 416 women, children and elderly persons held captive by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State since March 30, 2026.

According to African Independent Television on Wednesday, the call followed renewed insurgent attacks on military formations and fresh threats by the terrorists against any forceful rescue attempt.

The resolution was prompted by a motion titled “Urgent Need to Curb Attacks on Military Formations by Boko Haram Insurgents,” sponsored by Senator Tahir Monguno and co-sponsored by Senators Ali Ndume and Kaka Lawan.

Leading the debate on the motion, Monguno raised concern over recent coordinated attacks on military formations in Monguno and Benisheikh, noting that the resurgence of insurgent activities is undermining gains recorded in counter-insurgency operations and posing threats to national security Contributing, Ndume warned about the fate of the abducted victims, noting that insurgents had issued fresh threats to disperse them if urgent action is not taken, and called for swift intervention by both the National Assembly and the Presidency.

Also speaking, Senator Diket Plang (APC, Plateau Central) said the continued attacks on military personnel were instilling fear among Nigerians, warning that the killing of senior officers and security personnel sends a dangerous signal.

Senator Abdul Ningi, in his contribution, urged the Federal Government to consider more drastic measures, including the possible suspension of political activities in frontline states until significant progress is made in addressing insecurity. Punch