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US House Urges Nigeria to Fight Boko Haram and Help Kidnapping Victims

The US House of Representatives marks the 7th anniversary of the Chibok girls kidnapping by Boko Haram. It calls on the Nigerian government to increase efforts to combat terrorism, find missing persons, and provide support to survivors, while also urging continued US assistance.
Key points
Calls for the immediate release of all captives held by Boko Haram, especially the remaining Chibok girls.
Urges the Nigerian government to prioritize finding abducted women and girls, provide support to survivors, and facilitate their return to families.
Encourages the US government to continue supporting Nigeria in combating Boko Haram and tracking the number of missing persons kidnapped by the group.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_319
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Process start date: 2021-04-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the Seventh Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization and calling on the Government of Nigeria to redouble efforts to bring an end to the conflict in northeast and central Nigeria and to provide assistance to the victims.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_319.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Calls for the immediate release of all captives held by Boko Haram, especially the remaining Chibok girls.
  • Urges the Nigerian government to prioritize finding abducted women and girls, provide support to survivors, and facilitate their return to families.
  • Encourages the US government to continue supporting Nigeria in combating Boko Haram and tracking the number of missing persons kidnapped by the group.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Global Human Rights.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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