The military said it was acting on directives by President Goodluck Jonathan.
The
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced in Abuja on Tuesday that it would
release some persons detained in connection with terrorist activities.
The Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Chris Olukolade, said in a statement that the decision to release the suspected terrorists was based on the directives of President Goodluck Jonathan.
Mr. Jonathan had declared state of emergency in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa on May 14.
The
statement said the move was in furtherance of the Federal Government’s
position in response to requests by the Presidential Committee on
Dialogue and Reconciliation.
“The measure which is
in line with presidential magnanimity to enhance peace efforts in the
country will result in freedom for suspects, including all women under
custody.
“The details of the directives and those
to benefit from this gesture have been communicated to field units and
the Joint Task Force, ‘’ it said.
The statement
said that the beneficiaries would be released to the state governors who
would be involved in further rehabilitation before the suspects were
released to their respective community leaders and relations.
Part
of the major issues raised by the Boko Haram in videos made before the
State of Emergency declaration was their demand that government forces
release all their wives and female relatives in detention.
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It is unfortunate that releasing this cannibal will make them to go and regroup to commit more deadly attack than ever and mr President will not be able to handle it .these are unrepentant criminals who av dangerous agendas .To your tents oh Israel . This country is not safe again.
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