Killers of British & Italian hostages have been arrested

Tonight, official confirmation of the rescue mission to save two kidnapped men came from President Goodluck Jonathan, who issued the following statement: “President Gooodluck Ebele Jonathan has condemned the killing of two kidnapped foreigners - an Italian and a British citizen - in Sokoto State Thursday, by their Boko Haram captors before they could be rescued by a joint security raid on the kidnappers' hideout." The president described the killings as sad, unfortunate and regrettable, the President on behalf of the Nigerian government and on his own behalf, extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the people and governments of Britain and Italy.

He also commended the cooperation and understanding of the British and Italian governments, assured that the perpetrators of the murderous act, who have all been arrested, would be made to face the full wrath of the law. President Jonathan also gave assurances that the Nigerian government would take every necessary step to protect the lives of foreigners in the country.