BEVERLY HILLS, October 14, (THEWILL) – The Secretary-General (Ban Ki Moon) welcomes the reported release of 21 Chibok schoolgirls, following more than two years of captivity.
According to a statement released in New York, by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokeperson for the UN Sec-Gen, he 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,” the statement read.
“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.
“The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel (Mohamed Ibn Chambas), in his capacity as High Representative for Nigeria, continues to engage with the Nigerian authorities and international partners on this matter.”
Story by David Oputah
