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Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has revealed that the military, in partnership with the federal government and international organizations, has successfully rescued 60,000 children born to Boko Haram terrorists, shielding them from extremist indoctrination.

Speaking during a visit by a delegation from the Alliance of Sahel States—comprising Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—Gen. Musa stressed the importance of a united front in combating terrorism across the Sahel region.

He disclosed that since 2023, over 120,000 terrorists and their families have surrendered, with children making up half of that number.

“These children were born into violence, and if left in that environment, they would grow into the next generation of extremists,” he warned.

To prevent this cycle, Nigeria established Safe Camps where surrendered terrorists and their families are provided with rehabilitation and reintegration programs.

The initiative, part of Operation Safe Corridor, seeks to remove children from violent influences while offering education and vocational training.

Gen. Musa emphasized that many Boko Haram fighters were either forced into insurgency or manipulated through fear, adding that Nigeria worked with state governments, religious leaders, and international partners to encourage voluntary surrender.

“We assured them they would not face immediate execution, as their leaders falsely claimed,” he noted.

Highlighting the broader security threat, Gen. Musa called on Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso to strengthen border security and share intelligence to curb terrorist movement across the region. He stressed that terrorism thrives where governance is weak and justice is lacking, urging a focus on economic inclusion and education.

“When people feel marginalized, insurgents exploit their grievances. We must address poverty, illiteracy, and criminal networks fueling terrorism, such as illegal mining and kidnapping,” he added.

At the National Counter Terrorism Centre in Abuja, Major General Adamu Laka, the National Coordinator, reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to regional military cooperation. He cited the Multi-National t Task Force (MNJTF), which has been instrumental in dislodging Boko Haram strongholds across Nigeria, Chad, Niger, Cameroon, and Benin Republic.

Aliyu Gebi, Coordinator of the Fusion Center for Dialogue and Peace Processes, noted that while military efforts had weakened Boko Haram, true peace required long-term, non-kinetic strategies.

“We have won the war against terrorism, but not the peace. To achieve lasting stability, regional collaboration and sustained counterterrorism efforts are essential,” he stated.

As Nigeria continues its fight against terrorism, its call for stronger Sahel-wide cooperation remains crucial in preventing extremist resurgence and ensuring lasting security in West Africa.

https://prnigeria.com/2025/03/06/cds-nigeria-rescued/

Somebody hold me, Lord av mercy.. Heard these terrorists also impregnate the women three months after giving birth to multiply child fighters. Crazy..


-Kiss the truth!

You people are doing a very wonderful job💯 kudos to you guys👍👍

Kudos to you guys.

Kashim shettima boys

The north should have record of the numbers of childrens they give birth to.

60 thousand's children's.

Chai😁

TimeManager:


https://prnigeria.com/2025/03/06/cds-nigeria-rescued/

and tomorrow now you will still hear BK have attacked a location again so I don't who is fooling who.

Great news.


We at Mimi Logistics wish Nigeria all the best in her fight against insecurity and insurgency. God bless Nigeria and Nigerians

Imagine...
Kudos

They are trying. But once in a while, make them show us pictures or video evidence of this operation.
Kudos

Lol.. I no believe.

funny country...
Common police can use an arrested criminal to fetch the other gangs buh hundreds of repented bokoharam can't be used to traced their sponsors
Smh

That religion......... God help us. Calling western education a sin but you use western products. Their cars, guns, Motor bikes etc. Tell me what your ideas have brought to humanity aside killings, maiming. It is right time the world start saying what that religion represents. Stop sugar coating it

salem1996:
They are trying. But once in a while, make them show us pictures or video evidence of this operation.
Kudos

sorry it is only paper evidence that is available

TimeManager:
Somebody hold me, Lord av mercy.. Heard these terrorists also impregnate the women three months after giving birth to multiply child fighters. Crazy..


-Kiss the truth!

Kill them all

God have mercy on our country! It's really pathetic. May God deliver and safe other kids.

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Bokoharam is ravaging the North but nah IPOB be there utmost priority. IPOB no do reach like this ooo lolz 😆😂

Lo honestly, Abeg what’s usefulness of the northerner part of the country in this association?? Na God go punish zik and him unfortunate brother ironsi! When awo and the northern head of state came to meet the ibo government then for success clause,out of shortsightedness and greediness,they said MBA! Na the result be this!

When they give birth like pests

Damn it…
Everyday, potential Boko haram terrorists are born in thousands

TimeManager:


https://prnigeria.com/2025/03/06/cds-nigeria-rescued/

Every terrorist caught should be killed. It's annoying when I hear the term "repentant boko haram ".

Where is he getting his numbers from?

Boko haram means, western education is forbidden.... Last week some states closed schs because of fasting.... How is that not part of boko haram teachings?

Ok

120,000 terrorists with their 60,000 children making it 180,000, what is the total number of our military men, north is really a fearful place to be . No wonder our gallant soldiers keeps on killing or apprehend them yet they keep on rearing there ugly heads.

You keep arresting the foot soldiers where their sponsors are fine still in operation, which then means that the business continues.

Acekidc4:
You people are doing a very wonderful job💯 kudos to you guys👍👍

God bless you - Gen Musa,NSA and Other Security Apparatus.
You are doing great 👍👋👋.
May God Keep you people and your Family.