Boko Haram and voter apathy in Nigeria
Terrorism by Boko Haram is contributing to voter apathy in Nigeria as citizens fear for their very safety in public spaces. Furthermore, many voters are... Read More
The rise of Boko Haram and the response of civil society
Armed violence, distrust and politicization of ethnic identity have eroded the fabric of the Nigerian state since independence in 1960. The challenge is how to... Read More
Boko Haram – the long shadow of Usman dan Fodio
Although radically different in many ways, Boko Haram is part of the long shadow of Usman dan Fodio and the creation of the Sokoto Caliphate,... Read More
The perils of outrage and inaction – Boko Haram and the Boy Who Cried Wolf
At this point, the international community and some key players in it run the risk of becoming like the boy who cried wolf. Cries of... Read More
