More than 160 hostages freed by Nigerian forces reunite with families | TheBriefWire
More than 160 hostages freed by Nigerian forces reunite with families
Published 8 August 2026 · world
More than 160 hostages freed by Nigerian security forces in Kwara state have been handed over to the civilian authorities. Officials say the victims, mostly
More than 160 hostages freed by Nigerian security forces in Kwara state have been handed over to the civilian authorities. Officials say the victims, mostly women and children, are undergoing rehabilitation before being reunited with their families.
They were among more than 300 civilians the government says were rescued earlier in the week. Ahmed Idris reports from Ilorin in Central Nigeria. Find
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