Updates on Retired Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga's Release

General Problem-Solving Concepts (CSC 103, CPS 101)

Community Efforts Secure Retired General's Freedom

Retired Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga, abducted from his Katsina State home on February 5, 2025, has been released thanks to a community-driven effort. Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi (retd.) shared a note of appreciation on Facebook, highlighting the role of fellow army generals, serving and retired military officers, and civilians in securing Tsiga's freedom ¹.

WhatsApp Platform Facilitates Donations

A WhatsApp platform named "TSIGA," created on February 9th, 2025, coordinated information and solicited donations after bandits demanded a N400 million ransom. Over 300 members joined the platform, including retired military officers, serving military officers, university lecturers, ambassadors, and businessmen.

Updates on Retired Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga's Release

Collective Financial Strength

Donations poured in, likened to "August Rains," demonstrating the impact of collective financial strength. Although real-time updates on the total amount raised were discontinued for security reasons, Abdullahi emphasized the significance of the contributions.

Gratitude and Conclusion

Abdullahi expressed deep gratitude to those who contributed financially, morally, and spiritually to Tsiga's release. He concluded his message by stating, "Today, 4th April 2025, I have come to the end of my humble task... I feel fulfilled as our collective efforts have finally yielded a very positive outcome, i.e., THE RELEASE of General MI Tsiga."