In brief
Alice Loksha Ngaddah, a nurse who was kidnapped by a faction of Boko Haram in Nigeria in 2018, managed to escape captivity with her son. Her story highlights the personal faith and strategic planning that enabled her to break free from the militants.
Alice Loksha Ngaddah, once a dedicated nurse working in Nigeria, found herself at the mercy of Boko Haram’s ruthless violence when she was kidnapped in 2018. The Christian nurse, who devoted her life to serving others, became a victim of one of the deadliest terrorist organizations known to the world. For over six years, she endured unimaginable circumstances while strategizing her escape.In a dramatic turn of events in October, Alice seized a moment of opportunity alongside another abductee, Fayina Ali Akilawus, escaping from the militants' camp under the cover of night with her 3-year-old son, whom she birthed during her captivity. Their arduous journey took them over three days through challenging terrains, utilizing various means of transport—donkey, ox cart, boat, and car—until they reached a safe military outpost in northeastern Nigeria.Recalling the moment they neared safety, Alice expressed the weight of relief that filled them as they joyfully exclaimed praises to Jesus, affirming their new-found freedom. Their escape is not just a tale of survival but a testament to the power of unwavering faith amidst dire adversity.Alice's journey began in March 2018 when she, along with other aid workers, was ambushed while trying to communicate with their families via Wi-Fi at a military base in Rann. The attack by Boko Haram left several injured and killed, but Alice survived. Despite the terrifying ordeal, she held fast to her resolve to reunite with her family and continue her mission of helping others.By sharing her harrowing experience, Alice Loksha Ngaddah aims not only to bring attention to the plight of the countless individuals still held captive by these terrorist groups but also to inspire hope through resilience and faith. Her story serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure and overcome unimaginable challenges.
