The terrorist group Boko Haram has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Nigerian government, demanding action over hundreds of people reportedly held captive in Borno State.
In a video circulating online, a masked spokesperson for the group, speaking in Hausa, warned that failure to meet their demands within the deadline could lead to severe consequences for the captives.
The group claimed it is currently holding about 416 individuals, including women and children, who were abducted during attacks in parts of the state.
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The spokesperson described the message as both a “first and last warning,” urging authorities and a local group identified as the Borno South Youth Alliance (BOSYA) to respond quickly.
He emphasized that time was limited and insisted that the group would take further action if their conditions were not met before the 72-hour period expires.
While the insurgents mentioned demands tied to the release of the captives, they did not clearly state the exact terms in the video.
The development has raised fresh concerns about insecurity in northeastern Nigeria, especially in communities that have long faced attacks and kidnappings linked to Boko Haram’s activities.
As of the time of reporting, there has been no official response from the Nigerian government regarding the ultimatum.
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