The 176 women and children who were abducted from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have reportedly regained their freedom after spending six months in captivity.

The victims were allegedly kidnapped by terrorists suspected to be members of Boko Haram before they were released.

It was gathered that the victims were released on Wednesday, bringing relief to their families and residents of the community after months of uncertainty.

Confirming the development, the Senior Special Assistant to the Kwara State Governor on Communications, Ibraheem Abdullateef, announced in a statement that the victims had been rescued by security forces.

According to him, the Kwara State Government expressed gratitude to the security agencies and all those who contributed to the successful operation.

The statement read: “Kwara State Government is happy to share that the security forces have rescued the people who were kidnapped at Woro community in Kwara North.

“Kudos to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, security forces, and everyone who played a role in this huge feat. We are grateful!”

Although the state government confirmed the rescue, it did not immediately disclose details of how the operation was carried out or whether any suspects were arrested during the mission.