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Amnesty to repentant boko haram members?

Thanks baba, u have done well.

I will make sure I vote for you in 2019 to revenge those who voted for u in 2015.

Afonjas nd dia stupid hatred fr Jonathan, ve u seen wat ur master is doing to nigeria

veekid:
Shey na them vote him in

STFU! You voted him in too, zombie!

This 9ja is a joke

Wash wash government
BUHARI wash wash man

He is truly the president of the north

DANKWAMBO is the answer

Enemyofprogress, come and see the useless man you voted for. All the blood wasted by Boko Haram and Fulani will fall on you!

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how does one expect Igbos to b in a country where those who have taken terrorism as hobby are rewarded with juicy appointments and rewards??

it's certain to happen 'cos our differences are much, u r only wasting time,
the earlier we end this forced unionism, d best for us.

Nice move.

There is money to make and share.

What is good for Niger Deltans, is good for us in the North.

Ride on my able Mr. Recessionist.

Herdsmen are the new bokoharam

Cyynthialove:
Its easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle that for you to separate Buhari from his boko haram brothers.

This news didn't surprise me anyways. Thank God this man won 2015 election, had it been that he didn't win, history would have it that there's a man who would have stamped out corruption, end boko haram insurgency and the rest of them. Now, what are we seeing, amnesty for TERRORISTS. We should not all forget that the last five boko haram members Buhari rewarded financially three months ago all went bank to continue killing.

May God forgive those who have been asking for for his forgiveness for mistakenly voting for this calamity in 2015.
Buhari is a muslim
Buhari is an Islamic fanatic
Buhari is a terrorist.
It shall not be well with him and his supporters, including boko haram members, fulani hersdsmen and other Islamic terrorists who are still drumming for him.

Wailer take handkerchief. You will wail till 2023

five innocent life lost and that is not an incident to go after boko boys instead they are offered amnesty.

what is wrong wwith this statement "Federal Government is ready to rehabilitate Boko Haram militants who are ready to lay down their arms". abi as usual you people just read topic and rushed to comment. arent Niger delta millitants being rehabilitated?

Chai.... Diz is something else.

They just want the same package given to Niger delta militants given to their terrorists mind you almost all almajiris will be on the amensty paycheck

Just wow! What a country, I'm speechless ... Over to bubu supporters.

APC and Buhari release and forgive all BH members. You need them for 2019.
The blood of baboons must flow!

This will be the worst mistake in his life. Granting amnesty to people you never know there cause of action. Then get ready to grant amnesty to every northern cause they will boko haram to get their own share of your Share

NIGERIA LIVING TO ITS SHITHOLE STATUS DAILY..SAI BABA

That is what i tell the hordes of beggars who come out to beg, i tell them sai baba

MYHUBBY:
so those 5 girls that die during the staged incident ain't human or the 1 left girl there is not human. I wonder if this man think before making public speech? you said negotiation pave way and the girls were not hurt, so the rest of 5girls that die are animals ?

i dnt have anything to say abt this but all i know is that buhari will not go unpunish

ayourbamie:
Amnesty to killers?

Does that mean if I wake up tomorrow and start on a killing spree mission, and after killing hundreds of innocent souls and I come out later to say I've repented, will I get amnesty too

Yes if you're Hausa Fulani

sirequity:
https://www.headlineng.com/buhari-offers-amnesty-repentant-boko-haram-members/amp/

Even those who have killed? This is preposterous

Mayopic and PDP apologists will definitely criticise this wise step without having a superior opinion on the way out. It remain a very wise step if and only if it will end the terrorist activities. No amount is too much to pay for the innocent lives being wasted on a daily basis by those boys. Not to talk of the various inhuman acts against innocent little girls like the dapchi and chibok girls. Even the super power countries of the world have always negotiated with terrorists so they can invest their time and resources to other relevant projects.

His fellow players

The worst president Nigeria ever had. Pure swap deal with his gang members. The blood of those innocent children & soldiers that has died fighting gboko haram must be on his head. Mumu madman

The wailing Wailers..Hypocrisy is their watchword... ;

Jonathan offers amnesty to Boko Haram members
Posted By: Augustine Ehikioya,

The NATION

Abuja On: May 30, 2014

“My government while pursuing security measures, will explore all options, including readiness to accept unconditional renunciation of violence by insurgents, and to ensure their deradicalisation, rehabilitation and reintegration into the broader society”, he said in a Democracy Day broadcast.

Explaining that he is determined to protect democracy, national unity and political stability by waging total war against terrorism, the President said: “I have instructed our security forces to launch a full-scale operation to put an end to the impunity of terrorism on our soil. I have also authorised the security forces to use any means necessary under the law to ensure that this is done.”

At a youth forum to mark Democracy Day in Abuja, which was attended by the President and his wife, Dame Patience, Youth Development Minister Boni Haruna, who shed light on the broadcast, said the government has offered amnesty to Boko Haram members who drop their arms.



“A series of integration programmes have been lined up for members of the sect who surrender their arms and embrace peace. Let me use this opportunity on behalf of the Federal Government, to call on members of the Boko Haram sect to embrace the government’s gesture and key into the amnesty programme”, Haruna said.

The amnesty option indicates that the President has rejected the sect’s proposal to swap the over 200 abducted Chibok schoolgirls with its detained members.

With this development, the government, analysts said last night, may call in troops to rescue the girls from where they are being held.

Alternatively, the sect may decide to release the girls in exchange for amnesty.

In the broadcast, the President said the unity and stability of the country and the protection of lives and property were non-negotiable.

He said the attacks by Boko Haram and other groups were threatening Nigeria’s unity and rubbing off the gains of democracy.



Jonathan said: “Despite the challenges we face, we must commend our security forces. We must not forget their gallantry and successes in liberating nations and in peacekeeping, from Liberia to Sierra Leone, Congo, Sudan, Mali, Guinea-Bissau and many places in Africa and beyond. Our forces have paid the supreme price in several places at several times.

“Today, they face a different challenge, an unconventional war by terrorists. They are adjusting and are being equipped to tackle the new menace of terrorism. We must show confidence in their ability. I have no doubt that, with the support of Nigerians, our neighbours and the international community, we will reinforce our defence, free our girls and rid Nigeria of terrorists.

“It is now 45 days since the horrifying abduction of the college girls of Chibok. I share the deep pain and anxiety of their parents and guardians and I assure them once again that government will continue to do everything possible to bring our daughters home.

“I have assure you that Nigeria will be safe again, and that these thugs will be driven away, it will not happen overnight, but we will spare no effort to achieve this goal.

“It is a sad fact that as I address you today, all the gains of the past 15 years of democratic governance in our country are threatened by the presence of international terrorism on our shores. Our dear country, Nigeria is facing a new challenge. A war has been unleashed on us. Extremist foreign elements, collaborating with some of our misguided citizens, are focused on an attempt to bring down our country and the democracy and freedom we cherish and celebrate today.”

He said the abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls brought the brutality of the terrorists, who want to instigate anarchy and balkanise Nigeria, to the world’s awareness.

“In recent years, terrorist attacks have claimed the lives of several of our compatriots, many have been injured or maimed, whole villages and communities have been destroyed and the economy of some of our states is in jeopardy.

“There can be no doubt that what we are witnessing in Nigeria today is a manifestation of the same warped and ferocious world view that brought down the Twin Towers in New York, killed innocent persons in Boston and led to the murder of defenceless people in the Southern Russian city of Volgograd. Terrorist activities have brought war and pains to Mali, Somalia, Yemen, Syria, Afghanistan and Pakistan. These agents of evil continue to brainwash and incite ignorant young men and women to attack the innocent. We cannot allow this to continue,” he said.

The President thanked his compatriots and the global community for their support in the fight against terrorism, saying: “I applaud the understanding that in a democracy, such as we are building, people can have differences while sharing worthy values and standing together in opposition to the scourge of terrorism. Nigeria is the only country we have and we must all work to preserve it for present and future generations.”

Urging the terrorists to lay down their arms, he said: “For our citizens who have joined hands with Al Qaeda and international terrorists in the misguided belief that violence can possibly solve their problems, our doors remain open for dialogue and reconciliation, if they renounce terrorism and embrace peace.

“My government, while pursuing security measures, will explore all options, including readiness to accept unconditional renunciation of violence by insurgents, and to ensure their de-radicalisation, rehabilitation and re-integration into the broader society.

“We must remain united to win the war against terrorism. Christians, Moslems, farmers, fishermen, herdsmen, teachers, lawyers, clergy or clerics, the rich, the poor and Nigerians from all sections of the country must work together with our security agencies and armed forces to overcome the terrorists who now threaten all that we hold dear.

“The war against terror may be difficult, but the days of peace will come again. Terror is evil; nowhere in history has evil endured forever. The menace of Boko Haram will surely come to an end. I believe that because of your prayers, your courage, hardwork, faith and sacrifice, we will ultimately prevail over the terrorists and all other evil forces.”

On the gains of democracy, he said: “As we mark 15 years of uninterrupted democratic governance, our dear nation has certainly come a long way and made notable progress since our first Democracy Day on May 29, 1999 when the military finally relinquished power and handed over to a democratically-elected government, marking the true beginning of a government of the people, by the people, for the people.”

The President said he ordered a low-key celebration because of the prevailing insecurity. He said: “There can be no doubt that the past 15 years, the longest period of sustained democratic governance in our country, have been a blessing to us, as a people.

“As we commemorate 15 years of our Fourth Republic today therefore, I believe that it is fitting that we pay tribute once again to all those who played a part in restoring our nation to the true path of democratic governance, built on the foundations of rule of law and freedom of expression.”

“As a result of our collective efforts since 1999, democratic governance is now entrenched in our nation and institutions. I wholeheartedly believe that our people are the better for it. The scope of fundamental rights and liberties enjoyed by our people over the past 15 years has been expanded beyond measure.”

He listed national economic growth rates, steady improvements and expansion of national infrastructure including airports and roads, the restoration of rail transportation, efficient implementation of a roadmap for improved power supply, a revolutionary approach to agricultural production, and advances in education, sports, youth development, healthcare delivery, housing, water supply and other social services as some of his administration’s achievement.

“In the oil and gas sector, our promotion of a sustainable local content policy, continues to guarantee equity and better opportunities for Nigerian entrepreneurs and skilled personnel,” he added.

Jonathan noted that significant increases in mobile telephone and national broadband penetration have made Information and Communications Technology (ICT) one of the fastest growing sectors of the economy.

Nigeria, he said, has also developed strong financial markets and regulatory institutions, explaining that its banks now have regional and global footprints.

He said: “Nigeria has also gained recognition as the largest economy in Africa, the most preferred investment destination on the continent and in terms of returns on investment, the fourth in the world. We are pleased that the world has noticed, as global leaders converged on Abuja early this month for the World Economic Forum in Africa.

“The event not only witnessed a record attendance, it brought the prospect of an additional flow of investment into the Nigerian economy estimated at over $68 billion over the next few years.”

According to him, Nigeria has done well in foreign relations within the period by establishing and strengthening strong partnerships with all Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) countries and the rest of the world.

This, he said, has helped to deepen Nigeria’s role in multilateral institutions including the United Nations.

On elections, he said: “Furthermore, under this administration, we have made consistent progress in improving the standard of elections in our country to ensure that they are ever more credible and truly representative of the people’s free choice.

“The National Conference we initiated to deliberate and make recommendations on the best ways of resolving our current political and socio-economic challenges is ongoing. It is our expectation that its outcomes will help to further consolidate the gains we have made from democracy in the past 15 years, and place our dear nation even more firmly on the path to greatness.”