Najeebah Al-Kadriyar, one of the six sisters which birthed the hashtag – #Najeebahandhersisters – recently freed from captivity, took to X on Sunday, to express her heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of support and prayers during their harrowing experience.
“Alhamdulilah,” she wrote, acknowledging God’s grace, “I’m immensely grateful for your prayers and support throughout this ordeal.”
Najeebah’s words carry the weight of a survivor, acknowledging the immense test she and her sisters endured. Yet, her post shines with unwavering faith, praising Allah’s “bountiful and endless mercy” that saw them through the darkness.
VIDEO: Great news!!! #Najeebahandhersisters are back home after weeks in captivity. pic.twitter.com/ZuxNsVvaaz
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The six sisters, along with their father, were abducted from their Abuja home on January 2nd. The case triggered an outcry across Nigeria, with the hashtag #Najeebaandhersisters becoming a rallying cry for their safe return. Negotiations with the kidnappers were fraught with tension and heartbreak, including the tragic death of Najeebah’s sister, Nabeeha.
However, on Saturday, January 21st, news broke of the sisters’ release, bringing immense relief and joy to their family and supporters. Najeebah’s simple message on X reflects this shared sense of liberation and gratitude.
While details surrounding the circumstances of their release remain unclear, Najeebah’s expression of thankfulness extends beyond her immediate family. She acknowledges the collective strength and prayers that fueled their ordeal. This includes the online community that amplified their story and kept the pressure on authorities.
Najeebah’s voice stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of adversity. Her brief message, imbued with faith and gratitude, offers a glimmer of solace and closure to a harrowing chapter, while underlining the unwavering support that carried them through the darkness.
The Al-Kadriyar sisters may now face the long road of healing and recovery, but they do so with the knowledge that they are not alone. Najeebah’s heartfelt message serves as a poignant reminder of the power of compassion and solidarity in the face of unthinkable hardship.
