TREASURE RECOVERED: Woman Unearths ₦23.6m Gold Buried During Boko Haram Attack 15 Years Ago!

TREASURE RECOVERED: Woman Unearths ₦23.6m Gold Buried During Boko Haram Attack 15 Years Ago!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

In a remarkable discovery, a woman in Mallam Fatori, Borno State, has recovered gold items worth ₦23.6 million that she buried 15 years ago while fleeing a Boko Haram assault.

What Happened

• The woman reportedly returned to her former residence in Mallam Fatori and successfully dug up the hidden valuables.
• The treasure includes 22cc of gold valued at ₦20 million and a gold bracelet with chain worth ₦3.6 million.
• She immediately alerted authorities to verify and secure the recovery. Police Reaction
• Borno Police spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, confirmed the report, commending the woman for her honesty and composure.
• Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, praised the officers involved for “exemplary professionalism and integrity,” noting the case as an example of trust-building between the police and citizens.

Why It Matters

• The story highlights the long-lasting impact of insurgency in the North-East, with displaced persons still reconnecting with lost lives and property.
• It also showcases a rare moment of transparency, cooperation, and positive community-police relations in a conflict-affected region.

Citations:

1. Ripples Nigeria: www.ripplesnigeria.com/15-years-after-fleeing-boko-haram-borno-woman-recovers-%E2%82%A623-6m-in-gold-buried-in-the-sand/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Punch Newspapers: punchng.com/photos-borno-woman-recovers-n23m-gold-buried-during-boko-haram-escape/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. The Guardian Nigeria: guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/police-recover-n23m-in-lost-gold-coins-in-borno-border-community/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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