In 2021, the Birnin Yauri abduction happened. After a mass release of some of the abductees, many people said all 89 of them had been released. But 11 families knew this was not true.
One year ago today, with support from the International Women’s Media Foundation, we premiered the documentary on the #BirninYauriGirls, to document the lives of the 11 girls and their families on what it took to have them back years after their abduction.
Host: Sabbiqah Bello
Multimedia Editor: Anthony Asemota
Executive Producer: Ahmad Salkida
In 2021, the Birnin Yauri abduction occurred, and while a mass release led many to believe all 89 abductees were freed, 11 families knew this wasn’t the case. One year ago, a documentary was premiered with support from the International Women’s Media Foundation, highlighting the stories of these 11 girls and their families, capturing their struggles to bring them back post-abduction. The project was led by Host Sabbiqah Bello, Multimedia Editor Anthony Asemota, and Executive Producer Ahmad Salkida.