Boko Haram Conflict: Nigeria Air Strike Hits Refugee Camp, Many Feared Dead In Accidental Attack
Nigerian officials admitted Tuesday to accidentally striking a refugee camp in an attack intended for Islamist Boko Haram militants,.
Religious War? A Christian Was Killed For Their Faith Every 6 Minutes In 2016
Christians are the most persecuted religious group in the world, according to a new study.
Islamic Law In Nigeria: Women's Rights Banned By Quran, Top Muslim Cleric Argues
Nigeria has over 270 ethnic groups and is roughly half Muslim and half Christian, with northern states generally referred to as the nation's Muslim region and Christians living in the south.
Boko Haram Leader Dead? Abubakar Shekau Says Allah Is Protecting ISIS In Nigeria
"And tactics and strategies cannot reveal our location except if Allah wills by his decree," Shekau said.
Missing Nigerian Girls Latest Update: Government Won't Let Chibok Students Return Home For Christmas
A number of the 276 girls abducted from a government boarding school by the Islamic extremist group reportedly were held in government custody in the Nigerian capital city of Abuja for trauma therapy.
Nigeria Explosion Latest Update: Boko Haram Blamed For Madagali Bomb Attacks As Death Toll Climbs
The Nigerian city is on the edge of Boko Haram's headquarters in the Sambisa Forest and has been the target of previous suicide attacks and violence.
When Will Boko Haram Be Defeated? Nigeria Army Chief Gives December Deadline To Wipe Out Extremist Group
The country has ramped up its military offensive against the insurgents in its northern region, taking back some territories over the last few months.
Is Boko Haram In Decline? Terrorist Group Might Be Defeated Soon, Nigerian Army Claims
The Nigerian army believes it has finally defeated the terrorist group, with only a few active members remaining.
Where Is Boko Haram Now? 60% Of Extremist Group’s Fighters Not Nigerians, Army Chief Says
Meanwhile, over 1,000 Chadians who are believed to have been fighting for Boko Haram have reportedly returned home.
Religious Diversity Dead? ISIS's Hyper-Extremism Responsible For Explosion Of Refugees, Hate Crimes, Religious Charity Says
Charity's report says hyper-extremists are trying to create religious mono-cultures through brutality.
Will Donald Trump Stop Fighting Boko Haram? Nigeria Could Lose Military Funding Under New President
Under the administration of Barack Obama, the U.S. provided $71 million worth of equipment, logistics and training to Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Benin in the fight against Boko Haram.
Who Is Maryam Ali Maiyanga? Missing Chibok Schoolgirl Found With 10-Month-Old Son After Boko Haram Kidnapping, Nigerian Army Says
Maryam Ali Maiyanga was discovered while troops were screening escapees from Boko Haram’s base in the Sambisa forest in Borno State.
Boko Haram Update: Nigerian Soldiers Rape Girls, Women Displaced By Militant Group, Human Rights Watch Alleges
At least 43 woman were raped or sexually assaulted by security officials, Human Rights Watch alleged in a report Monday.
Boko Haram Update: Nigerian Military Arrest Police Officers, Soldiers For Helping Terror Group In Borno State
The Nigerian Military placed 30 people under arrest who were suspected of aiding Boko Haram in rustling and selling cattle.
The History of ISIS: A Timeline Of Terror, Conquest And War By The Islamic State
A look back at ISIS' major events, from its origins and rise, to major attacks and the current fight to maintain its caliphate in Iraq and Syria.
Nigeria President A Good Or Bad Leader? Buhari Asks Parliament For $30 Billion To Halt Recession
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has asked parliament to approve plans to borrow $30 billion to fund infrastructure plans through 2018.
What's Next For Chibok Girls? Nigerian Lawmaker Asks President Buhari To Send Girls Abroad
The 21 girls from Nigeria’s Chibok town were released by the ISIS-affiliated Boko Haram militant group earlier this month.
Boko Haram Attacks Nigerian Soldiers: In Nigeria, 83 Troops Missing After Borno State Attack
Following attack by Boko Haram, the Nigerian Army has reportedly at least 83 soldiers missing in action.
Chibok Kidnapping: Boko Haram Ready To Release More Girls As Military Defeats, Internal Unrest Spark Negotiations
A Boko Haram faction that previously released 21 kidnapped girls from Chibok Thursday says its willing to negotiate the freedom of 83 more.
Buhari A Failure? Wife of Nigerian President Says She Will Not Support Him Unless Government Improves
Aisha Buhari is taking a stand for the well being of her country.
Boko Haram Chibok Kidnapping: Militant Group Releases 21 Schoolgirls
The girls were taken hostage from the northeast Nigerian town of Chibok in April 2014, triggering international outrage.
Where Is ISIS Now? Islamic State Targets Include US, Spain, Belgium, and Dozens Of Other Nations
European authorities arrested Wednesday five people suspected of forming an "active and dangerous" Islamic State cell in Spain, Belgium and Germany.
Boko Haram Leader Dead? Abubakar Shekau Is Alive, Mocks Nigerian Army In New Video
"Oh tyrants, I'm in a happy state, in good health and in safety," Shekau says in the video released Sunday by Boko Harem.
Nigerian President Buhari Plagiarizes Obama In Speech About Honesty
Buhari, who was elected on an anti-corruption campaign in 2015, was accused of stealing Obama's words by Nigerian newspapers.
ISIS At War With Boko Haram? New Islamic State Leader Creates Conflict Within Nigerian Terrorist Group
An alleged leadership change pushed by ISIS has created a rift and violence.
Boko Haram Is Killing African Soldiers: Murders In Nigeria, Niger Show Strength Of Terror Group
Boko Haram released a video Tuesday that showed militants threatening to "capture" Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, a former military leader who was elected to office after he vowed to eradicate the group.
What Is Facebook Safety Check? Users Will Soon Be Able To Activate Feature To Alert Friends During Emergencies
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on Monday that the social media site is working on letting users activate its Safety Check feature.
Nigerian Air Force Says Kills Top Boko Haram Militants, Leader Believed Wounded
Nigeria’s air force said it had killed some senior Boko Haram militants in a raid on the Islamists’ northeast heartland.
Nigeria Chibok Kidnapping Update: After Boko Haram Video, Parents Demand Buhari Negotiate To 'Bring Back Our Girls'
The schoolgirls were kidnapped in 2014.
How Many People Has ISIS Killed? Terrorist Attacks Linked To Islamic State Have Caused 33,000 Deaths: Report
A new report accounts for groups that came before, were inspired by or declared themselves loyal to the Islamic State group.