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Hundreds Escape From Boko Haram Captivity
Nigerian army says 700 Boko Haram captives have escaped
Nigeria鈥檚 army says it has received more than 700 people who have fled from Boko Haram militants in the north-east of the country.
Plus Kenya suspends long distance public transport journeys at night following a tragic accident.
And Liberia鈥檚 incoming vice-president Jewel Taylor says she is not worried about the president-elect鈥檚 inexperience.
(Image:Villagers cross a field in north-eastern Nigeria. The army says villagers are likely to be held for their labour. Photo: AFP/Getty Images)
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