Dozens of Nigerians freed after 6 months in Jihadi captivity
More than 300 people abducted in northern Nigeria have been rescued by security forces. At least 163 of them, mostly women and children held for six months, have described experiencing suffering and fear during their captivity. They are now being returned to their families.
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5 sourcesOver 300 abductees freed in Nigeria's 'largest single-day rescue operation'
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4 sourcesHundreds Of Women And Children Freed From Forced Jihad In Massive Hostage Rescue
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2 articlesNigerian security forces free more than 300 hostages in ‘largest single-day recovery’
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2 developments- Aug 7Only center coverage:Exclusive report with the 308 people rescued by Nigerian forces
- Aug 8Dozens of Nigerians freed after 6 months in Jihadi captivity
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