The father of the Dapchi schoolgirl still in captivity says he is happy to hear his daughter had refused to convert to Islam, but is a little surprised, as she was usually quiet and obedient.

He urged her to stand strong regardless of how much she suffered. He promised that if she was released he would send her back to school.

Islamist militants Boko Haram reportedly held on to her after she refused to denounce her Christian faith.

Boko Haram threatened to kidnap anyone who returned to the school where they captured 110 students six weeks ago.

Five girls have reportedly died.

Since being released on Wednesday, the other 104 girls were flown to Abuja where they received medical treatment.

They're due to meet Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari Friday afternoon.

Abandoned school dormitory

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After the kidnapping girls refused to return to school because they felt unsafe

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