416 captives: Borno youths raise alarm over Boko Haram’s 72-hour ultimatum
Metro 416 captives: Borno youths raise alarm over Boko Haram’s 72-hour ultimatum Published on April 20, 2026 By Vanessa Onah The Borno South Youth Alliance (BOSYA) has called for urgent intervention from government authorities, philanthropists, and stakeholders following the 72-hour ultimatum issued by Boko haram over about 416 persons abducted in the area. The group is seeking intervention amid ongoing mediation efforts for the release of abducted women and children from Ngoshe community in Borno State. In a statement signed by its President, Samaila Ibrahim Kaigama, the group said it received information that Boko Haram has issued a 72-hour ultimatum concerning the abductees. “According to information received during the mediation process led by BOSYA President, Samaila Ibrahim Kaigama, a final warning video was sent after demands were communicated, including a ransom request of N5 billion for the release of the abducted women and children. “It was also stated that instructions regarding how the release process would be carried out were communicated. “In view of the urgency of this humanitarian matter, BOSYA renews its appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, concerned Nigerians and philanthropists, including Aliko Dangote, Abdul Samad Rabiu and other well-meaning Northern billionaires. “We respectfully call on all capable stakeholders to urgently intervene and use every lawful and available means to help secure the freedom of these 416 women and children. “This is a humanitarian crisis that requires immediate action, compassion, and unity,” the statement said. Don't Miss Bandits threaten attack in Kwara North communities You may like Boko Haram issues 72-hour ultimatum, threatens to kill 416 captives [VIDEO] Troops launch clearance operation in Borno, target insurgents’ enclaves Troops detonate roadside bomb in Borno Military nabs three Boko Haram, ISWAP suspects in Borno Troops recover ammunition during patrol in Borno Six Boko Haram suspects face fresh investigation in Borno