The parents of the 91 girls who were abducted from Chibok, Borno State, in 2014 have written an open letter to Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, urging her to use her influence to ensure the safe return of the remaining Chibok girls.

In their heartfelt letter titled “A Plea for Justice and Remembering the Chibok Girls – A Letter to Her Excellency Mrs Remi Tinubu,” the parents expressed their anguish and hope for the safe return of their daughters.

Yana Galang and Mallam Zanna, on behalf of the Chibok Parents Association and those whose children are still missing, signed the letter.

The parents shared their deep sorrow over the ten years of horror and trauma since their daughters were abducted. While some of the Chibok girls have been reunited with their families, there are still 91 girls whose whereabouts remain unknown.

The letter emphasized the ongoing pain and memories of the abduction, urging Mrs Tinubu to stand with them in their quest for justice.

“We are haunted by the memories of that night when our girls were taken from us, and every day, we pray for their safe return. Your Excellency, we have not lost hope. We have not given up on our daughters, and we will continue to fight for their freedom until they are brought back to us,” the letter stated.

The parents appealed to Mrs Tinubu to use her platform and influence to ensure that the plight of the Chibok girls is never forgotten, justice is served, and those responsible for the heinous act are held accountable.

They specifically requested Mrs Tinubu’s support in keeping the spotlight on the Chibok girls and their families, seeking her solidarity, compassion, and commitment to prevent other parents from enduring the pain they have suffered for a decade.

Despite the ten years of uncertainty, the parents maintain their belief that justice will prevail and those responsible will face consequences for their actions.

“We hold on to the love that binds us as families and as a community, determined to see our girls come home. Your Excellency, we humbly ask for an opportunity to meet with you, to seek your assistance in advocating for the safe return of our daughters. We ask for your empathy and understanding as we navigate through this unimaginable pain. We ask for your commitment to stand by us and never forget the 276 girls who were taken from their school that night,” the letter concluded.