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Jun 2025
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What's the impact of rising violence cau...

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Renewed violence by armed groups Boko Haram and ISIL has forced thousands of people to leave their homes in Nigeria. Despite repeated government pledges, the military has been unable to end the violence. So why is it continuing and what threats does it pose? 

In this episode: 

  • Kabir Adamu, Managing Director, Beacon Security and Intelligence.
  • David Otto, Deputy Director, Counter Terrorism Training, International Academy for the Fight Against Terrorism. 
  • Ovigwe Eguegu, Peace and Security Policy Analyst, Development Reimagined.

Host: Elizabeth Puranam

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