Ansaru's main areas of activity in NigeriaBeyond Nigeria, the wider Sahel region is at risk of Ansaru's symbolic loyalty to more violent extremist groups. Ansaru reflects AQIM's expansion into Nigeria through members who trained with AQIM and formed Ansaru's militant wing. The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) used the same strategy of distributing food, clothing and cash to residents. Close Sign up for free AllAfrica Newsletters Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox Top Headlines Africa Nigeria Legal Affairs By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy. For media based outside South Africa and Nigeria that want to re-publish articles, or for queries about our re-publishing policy, email us.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 01, 2022 18:47 UTC