The Governor of Katsina state, Aminu Masari disclosed that no ransom was paid to secure the release of the pupils abducted from Government Science Secondary School in Kankara.
The governor disclosed this when he received the freed schoolboys at the government house on Friday.
He said security agencies and members of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) were instrumental in the release of the schoolboys.
“Those involved in the negotiation include my adviser, some top military and police operatives, members of Miyetti Allah; (they) were all involved in the negotiation,” Masari said.
The governor said the schoolboys “have suffered physically and psychologically”. He assured them that they would be properly taken care of before they are reunited with their parents.
