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<p>I welcome the recent release of 21 of the Chibok girls. It is vital that they
and their families now receive appropriate help and support.</p><p>We regularly raise
the issue of abducted women and girls with the Nigerian Government at the highest
levels. Most recently, I discussed the Chibok girls with the Nigerian Vice President
during my visit to Nigeria in September.</p><p>Since the abduction of the Chibok girls
in 2014 the UK has significantly increased its support to Nigeria in the fight against
Boko Haram. This includes training and advice for Nigerian armed forces deploying
against Boko Haram, a substantial package of intelligence, military and development
support and £5 million to support the Multinational Joint Task Force.</p><p>We are
resolute in our support for Nigeria in the fight against Boko Haram, and continue
to call for the release of all who have been abducted by this barbaric group.</p>
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