Chibok girls not in solitary confinement – FG

The federal government on Friday said the recently freed 106 Chibok girls were not living in solitary confinement.

Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Aisha Alhassan, in Abuja, disclosed that the girls were ready to be integrated back to the society ahead of the next academic session.

“Like every other young Nigerian girl, the need to make up for educational loss suffered on account of their prolonged isolation while in captivity had been of paramount concern to this government.

“To date, education and livelihood opportunities of the Chibok girls since their return have been enhanced through remedial and tutorial engagement as well as vocational skills training.

“This would not only make them academically sound but also independent. To aid their recovery, recreational activities and reunion with family have been the key tools used to support the girls”.

She said the government was in partnership with the American University of Nigeria (AUN) and other development partners, along with some private companies and Victims Support Fund to restore their dignity.

“It is time for them to get and enjoy the best. I am delighted that all the 106 girls will be resuming school at AUN foundation school in September,” Alhassan said.

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