The Presidency last night denied that another 21 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram from their school have been released by their abductors.
Media reports had claimed that another 21 girls were freed yesterday and were brought to the Yola International Airport, Adamawa State, 3 pm.
But presidential spokesman Garba Shehu said the girls seen at the airport were the ones released in October.
“No new girls have been released but by God’s grace, they will be. Happy Christmas, everyone,” Shehu said.
He added: “Today, the DSS took the 21 Girls already secured to Yola, Adamawa State on their way home to celebrate the Christmas with their families.”
He, however, confirmed that negotiations for the release of more of the kidnapped girls were still ongoing.
“The negotiations are ongoing and the Department of State Service (DSS) is full of optimism that they will be successful.