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What's driving young Nigerians into the arms of extremists?

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Muhammad Al-Amin in Borno State, Nigeria | Lolade Adewuyi
September 1, 2025

Islamist extremists groups like Boko Haram are recruiting new members with the lure of provisions as food shortages hit northern Nigeria. Aid to the region has dwindled after the United States cut its international humanitarian funding.

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