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The Deradicalization Dilemma: Nigeria’s Counterterrorism Challenge

Global UpfrontFeb 20, 2025February 20, 20250

Newspot Nigeria Editorial of February 20, 2025 The Nigerian Defence Headquarters’ recent decision to rehabilitate 800 surrendered Boko Haram fighters has ignited intense debate over

800 of 129,000 Surrendered Ex-Boko Haram/ISWAP Fighters Undergoing Deradicalisation – DHQ

Global UpfrontFeb 10, 2025February 10, 20250

Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday disclosed that 800 former Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists who surrendered to the military are currently undergoing

Nigeria: What Happens to Repentant Boko Haram Fighters?

Global UpfrontMay 5, 2024May 5, 20240

By Chidi Omeje Media reports were awash a fortnight ago with stories of how some repentant Boko Haram insurgents attacked a police station in Maiduguri,

Insecurity Grows In Cameroon As Reintegration Efforts Stall

Global UpfrontApr 17, 2023April 17, 20230

Former Boko Haram fighters and members who return to communities in Cameroon pose a significant security threat to civilians. The lack of effective reintegration increases