We’ll continue to pursue release of Leah Sharibu, others —Red Cross President TuesdayThoughts Nigerians
The International Committee of the Red Cross has said that it is ready to explore all available channels of discussions to ensure that Nigerians held in captivity by terrorist groups are set free.
Its President, Peter Maurer, gave the assurance after a Red Cross delegation paid a visit to President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday. Maurer responded to enquiries specifically on the fate of the Dapchi schoolgirl, Leah Sharibu, and other Chibok schoolgirls still held in captivity by Boko Haram.Maurer said the organisation was completely against denying anyone their freedom and would continue to engage all sides to a conflict to secure the release of captives.
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