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Lakurawa Armed Group Threatens Nigeria and Niger with Increased Violence

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Lakurawa Armed Group Threatens Nigeria and Niger with Increased Violence

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  • Lakurawa, a newly formed armed group, is launching assaults on villages in northwestern Nigeria and Niger, exacerbating existing conflicts in the region.
  • Relations between Nigeria and Niger have deteriorated, disrupting joint military initiatives that previously helped mitigate such violence.
  • The Nigerian army has acknowledged the group's existence and identified its leaders as operations expand amidst ongoing conflicts.
  • With an intention to impose their version of Islamic law, Lakurawa promotes recruitment through financial incentives and community aid, leading to substantial local support.
  • Joint operations have resumed recently, but prior tensions created a security vacuum that the armed group exploited, leading to severe community impacts.

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