Boko Haram Child Abductions on the Rise in Northern Nigeria

Child abductions by Boko Haram are increasing again in northern Nigeria, a conflict-ridden area. A survivor recounts being abducted at age five, highlighting the ongoing deadly threat children face daily.

28 Jun, 14:00 — 28 Jun, 14:00

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The IndependentMostly Factual64d ago

‘I was abducted by Boko Haram aged 5 – our children still face a deadly threat every day’

With the number of child abductions on the rise again in northern Nigeria, an area ravaged by conflict and recently the target of Trump-led US strikes, chief international correspondent Bel Trew meets those who have survived brutality and captivity

By Bel Trew

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Boko Haram Child Abductions on the Rise in Northern Nigeria

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‘I was abducted by Boko Haram aged 5 – our children still face a deadly threat every day’

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