Nigeria's government has stated that a report claiming it paid a large ransom to Boko Haram is untrue. The report alleged a 'huge' payment was made to free pupils and staff taken from a Catholic boarding school.
The abduction involved more than 200 students and staff members. This incident occurred in November.
Government officials have officially rejected the allegations made in the media report.
No further details were provided regarding the government's investigation into the matter.
This denial comes after widespread reporting on the alleged ransom payment.