Borno⁢ State High Court⁣ Judge ⁢Regains ‌Freedom ‍After Abduction

After being⁣ held captive for months, Borno ⁢State High Court Judge Haruna Mselia has finally regained his freedom. ​Judge Mselia was abducted ⁤on June 24 by⁣ suspected‌ Boko Haram members while traveling ⁢from Biu to‌ Maiduguri with his ⁤wife, ⁣driver, and police ‌escort.

The abduction resulted ⁤in the death of⁣ Judge Mselia’s‍ police escort. ‍His⁤ release was confirmed through a message ⁢posted on the ‍Borno Lawyers’ WhatsApp ⁣group, which⁢ expressed gratitude⁢ for⁣ his safe return.

However, Judge Mselia’s wife⁣ and driver⁢ remain in ‌captivity. The Borno Lawyers’ group has urged people to continue praying for their safe return. Details surrounding Judge⁤ Mselia’s ‌release, including whether a ransom was paid, are still unclear.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Maiduguri chapter president, Hamza Jannah, confirmed Judge Mselia’s ‌release. ​Prior to his abduction, Judge Mselia had ‌transitioned from the judiciary to private practice ⁣in May 2012.

Borno State has‍ been severely affected by the Boko ​Haram⁣ insurgency,​ resulting in ‍the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives‌ and displacement⁣ of many residents. ⁣The state’s ⁣judiciary has ​also been impacted by the ​ongoing conflict.

Judge Mselia’s release brings hope ⁣to⁤ the people of‍ Borno⁢ State, and efforts are‌ being made to ensure the safe return of his wife and driver.