The parents of the 91 missing girls from the 2014 school abduction in Chibok, Borno State, have made a heartfelt plea to the First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, for her support in advocating for the safe return of their daughters. In an emotional open letter titled “A Plea for Justice and Remembering the Chibok Girls – A Letter to Her Excellency Mrs. Remi Tinubu,” the parents shared their pain and hope for the safe return of their beloved girls.
Signed by Yana Galang and Mallam Zanna on behalf of the Chibok Parents Association and those whose children are still missing, the letter expressed the deep sorrow and trauma that the parents have endured over the past 10 years since the abduction took place. While some of the Chibok girls have been reunited with their families, there are still 91 girls whose whereabouts remain unknown, causing ongoing anguish and distress for their loved ones.
The parents emphasized the need for justice and closure, urging Mrs. Tinubu to stand with them in their quest for truth and accountability. They recounted the harrowing memories of the night their daughters were taken from them and expressed their unwavering determination to continue fighting for their freedom until they are safely returned home.
Calling upon Mrs. Tinubu to use her influence and platform to ensure that the plight of the Chibok girls is never forgotten, the parents requested her solidarity and compassion in keeping the spotlight on their daughters and their families. Despite the years of uncertainty, they maintain hope that justice will prevail and those responsible for the abduction will be held accountable for their actions.
In a plea for support and understanding, the parents humbly asked for an opportunity to meet with Mrs. Tinubu to seek her assistance in advocating for the safe return of their daughters. They appealed for her empathy and commitment to standing by them in their journey towards healing and closure, never forgetting the 276 girls who were taken from their school that fateful night.
The letter serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing pain and suffering endured by the families of the Chibok girls, urging for continued support and solidarity in their fight for justice and the safe return of their beloved daughters.
