ID | 149713 |
Title Proper | Opposing ideologies |
Other Title Information | African jihadists split over Islamic State ties |
Language | ENG |
Author | Nasrullah, Fulan |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | An ideological dispute within the group formerly known as Boko Haram has led it to split, with both sides claiming allegiance to the Islamic State. Fulan Nasrullah examines how the jihadist schism could threaten local communities and western interests. |
`In' analytical Note | Jane's Intelligence Review Vol. 28, No.11; Nov 2016: p.22-25 |
Journal Source | Jane's Intelligence Review 2016-11 28, 11 |
Key Words | Leadership ; West Africa ; Nigeria ; Communal Violence ; Islamic State ; Militant ; Boko Haram ; Civil War ; African Jihadists ; Ideological Dispute ; Wilayat Gharb Afriqiyya ; Abubakar Shekau ; Nigerian Oil Industry |