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Nigeria denies secret Boko Haram truce; analysts warn of regroup risk

An investigation claims the Nigerian government secretly agreed to a ceasefire with Boko Haram, involving hostage-for-ransom exchanges, despite official denial. The alleged truce's sustainability is doubtful and could allow the group to reorganize, marking a potential shift from prior military-focused strategy.

Al Jazeera ARabout 2 hours agoNGCredibility 45%View source

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Nigeria Denies Secret Boko Haram Ceasefire Amid Regrouping Concerns

The Nigerian government is alleged to have entered into a secret ceasefire agreement with Boko Haram, potentially involving hostage-for-ransom exchanges, despite official denials. This alleged truce, if confirmed, would represent a significant shift in Nigeria's counterinsurgency strategy from a purely military approach to one incorporating dialogue, though its sustainability and scope remain uncertain. Analysts warn that such a truce could allow Boko Haram to reorganize.

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