“Behind every missing person, there are countless more people suffering from the anguish and uncertainty of not knowing the fate and whereabouts of their loved ones and struggling with the multiple consequences this has on their lives.”

Femi Falana, SAN
(Human Rights Lawyer)

Dear Active Citizen,

Monday, April 14, 2025, will mark 11 years since 276 schoolgirls were abducted from Chibok by Boko Haram. A tragedy that shocked the world and sparked a global cry: #BringBackOurGirls.

In the weeks that followed, the story spread quickly across Nigeria and around the world. The outrage was global. The hashtag #BringBackOurGirls trended for weeks. There was hope that with all the attention and pressure, they would be found swiftly.

But that didn’t happen.

Despite national and international uproar, the Nigerian government took two full weeks to respond meaningfully. By then, the trail had gone cold—and the delay shaped everything that followed.

Where We Are—11 Years Later

• Some of the girls managed to escape.

• Some were rescued through negotiations and military operations.

• Some returned with children born in captivity.

Incredibly, some of them have gone on to achieve extraordinary things, including graduating from top U.S. colleges.

About 90 girls remain missing. Many families are still grieving, Boko Haram continues to operate, and we continue to wait for official closure.

Our 10^th Commemoration Report

To mark 10 years since the abduction in 2024, we launched a special report that traces each girl’s release and reintegration, highlights their achievements and struggles, provides a timeline of events over the past decade, and offers a sobering look at the gaps in Nigeria’s response.

Looking Ahead

This Monday, April 14, makes it 11 years since the Chibok abduction. It is a moment to reflect, remember, and renew our collective demand for justice. The Nigerian government owes families answers. We owe the missing girls our voice and vigilance.

We must not move on. We must not forget. We still say: #BringBackOurGirls!

Join us in London on April 14 for the Stolen Daughters of Chibok Photo Exhibition + Panel Discussion.

Register here.

If you would like to support the returned girls directly, you can send money to

Chibok SchoolGirls
Bank Name: Sterling Bank
Acct Number: #0097975000

You can also reach them via email - [email protected]

Have a great weekend!
The EiE Nigeria Team.