Tag: Boko
the Far North, scene of the resurgence of Boko Haram attacks
In recent weeks, through killings, kidnappings and hostage-taking, the terrorist sect, although considered weakened by officials and experts, has been credited with an “operational resurgence” in the northern part of…
a handover “without drama or acrobatics”, according to the new president Duma Boko
Handover ceremony in Botswana this Monday, November 4. The new president Duma Boko has officially taken office. In his speech, he welcomed a democratic transition “without drama, without apprehension or…
Arrest of a former minister and businessman Olivier Boko, close to the president
In Benin, Olivier Boko, an economic operator and very close to the Head of State, and the former Minister of Sports, Oswald Homeky, were arrested on September 24, 2024 in…
Nigeria: At least 81 dead in suspected Boko Haram attack in northeast
At least 81 people have been killed and others are missing after an attack in northeastern Nigeria, local authorities told Agence France Presse on Tuesday, September 3, blaming the jihadist…
Verdict of new trial against Boko Haram terrorists
In Nigeria, a mass trial against 125 Boko Haram members took place this week in a military detention center in Niger state. All the defendants were found guilty. They were…
“Boko (is) Halal”, ten news to confront extremist violence
In Cameroon, the Lire au Sahel association has published a collection of ten short stories, written by young people from the Far North region. One of them gave its title…
Nigeria: “an intensification of violence against civilians in areas” of Boko Haram
Clashes between JASDJ, the real name of Boko Haram, and Iswap affiliated with the Islamic State have been regular in recent years to control the areas around Lake Chad, straddling…
Boko Haram behind several deadly attacks
The perpetrators followed a common tactic for them to attack a military base and nearby community at dawn. The attack was carried out in Wulari, near the town of Konduga…
ICG experts provide update on Boko Haram, one year after Shekau’s death
Since the death of Abubakar Shekau, the historic leader of Boko Haram, in May 2021, the balance of power has changed in northeastern Nigeria. Now, the Islamic State group in…