A faction of Boko Haram terrorists, Jama’atu Ahlis-Sunna Lidda’Awati Wal-Jihad (JAS), has declared that the 72-hour ultimatum it issued to the Nigerian government has expired, warning that it is now prepared to begin the execution of 416 women and children held captive in Goshe, Borno State.
In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, a spokesperson for the group, speaking in Hausa, announced that all negotiations had collapsed, insisting that “there is no more discussion.”
The terrorist, who identified the group as operating under the leadership of Imam Abu Umaima Al-Muhajir, issued a series of threats directed at the Nigerian authorities, while also mocking government efforts and dismissing ransom discussions.
“We are Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal Jihad, under the leadership of Imam Abu Umaima Al-Muhajir. Today, Saturday, the 25th of April, 2026, we declare what we describe as a victory,” the spokesperson said.
“We are sending this new message to the Nigerian government. First of all, we extend our apologies to our Imam. Imam Abu Umaima, we ask for your forgiveness, as well as from our leader here, Abu Sumayya. All of us remain under the leadership of Imam Abu Umaima.”
The spokesperson stressed that the group’s patience had run out.