President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday assured that his administration would not rest until the female students that were abducted from Dapchi and Chibok by Boko Haram terrorist group are rescued and re-united with their parents.

The president gave the assurance during a meeting with stakeholders in Yobe State earlier today.

Buhari said,

“There will be no rest till the last girl, whether from Chibok and Dapchi, is released. The girls, like all our citizens, must enjoy unhindered freedom and pursue their legitimate aspirations. The Dapchi and Chibok students are our girls and must enjoy our protection. They must live to achieve their individual ambitions, to be great women of tomorrow. It is our duty to protect them.”

Buhari while calling for calmness said that before he came to power, the situation was worse as parts of Adamawa and Borno states were helplessly ceded to Boko Haram terrorist group.

He said,

“Nigerians will readily recall that prior to our coming in 2015, the situation was chaotic… Parts of Adamawa and Borno States were helplessly ceded to the terrorists… But today, we have so far shown clear determination in tackling terrorism.”

The president reiterated his administration’s determination to ensure that the attacks and killings in parts of the country are brought to an end with the perpetrators brought to justice.

Meanwhile, President Buhari’s visit to the affected states continues, he had so far visited Taraba, Benue and Yobe states. The next states on queue for the president to visit are Zamfara and Rivers states.