It is very important and noteworthy to understand that there are other terrorist groups operating in collaboration with the homegrown terrorist group -Boko Haram, in Nigeria and the neighbouring countries. Boko Haram or JASDJ is an Islamic terrorist group operating in Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad and Niger. On March 12, 2015, Daesh (formerly known as ISIL) accepted a pledge of allegiance by Boko Haram. Vanguard for the protection of Muslims in Black Africa) (Ansaru), is an Islamic terrorist organisation based in northern Nigeria. The International Federation of Red Cross in Nigeria recorded over 23,000 missing individuals as a result of Boko Haram insurgency.

Source: Punch April 29, 2021 23:07 UTC