Why Effective Handling Of Boko Haram Deserters Matters – Analysis

The fact that thousands have left the group is an advantage, but only if they are properly reintegrated.

By Remadji Hoinathy, Akinola Olojo and Malik Samuel*

In the highly volatile Lake Chad Basin area, the decision by many recruits to leave Boko Haram means the group’s ranks are shrinking. This is a positive sign for...