Nigerian president hails rescue of 308 abductees

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Nigeria’s president says security forces rescued at least 300 abductees in the country’s north.

WHO: Nigerian president

WHAT: Said security forces rescued at least 300 abductees, calling it the largest single-day rescue.

WHEN: Reported Aug 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET

WHERE: Northern Nigeria

WHY: The president was reacting to the reported rescue of abductees by security forces.

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