The claim by Shekau and his Boko Haram for the abduction of #KankaraStudents is untrue and clear terrorists propaganda to instill fear and hopelessness in parents.
The abduction was led by Adamun Daudawa alongside Nashamuwa, Alhaji Auta, Na-Bajjallah, Dankarmi and one Auwalu...
The abduction was led by Adamun Daudawa alongside Nashamuwa, Alhaji Auta, Na-Bajjallah, Dankarmi and one Auwalu...
While I do not dispute efforts by Boko Haram factions to formalize relations and camps in the NW particularly Zamfara and Katsina, all of the above groups are notorious and shadow players except Dankarami and none of the groups is affiliated to either of any BokoHaram Factions.
All of the above groups are local bandits with Majority from Katsina.
The thoughts by many Nigerians that only Boko Haram Could stage high profile kidnappings and attacks is untrue, Some bandit elements are more brutal, more strategic and even more trained in the Sahel then BokoHaram coupled with their long history of adventures.
Bandit elements have learnt the art of getting what they want from the Govt by conducting operations that create outrage which they monitor on Radio and the Social Media. For instance the kidnapping of police officers in November was not for ransom but for exchange of demands.
Bandits or Boko Haram, it is still a state of fear and worry for parents especially over the Conflict of numbers. Between official statements and what the bandits are holding.
While Boko Haram says it is holding 523 boys local sources say the bandits are holding between 200 to 210 boys, there are indications that some have been abandoned while crossing waters. Yet another false claim of tragedy by Boko Haram.
The Children's location has been identified by the military, but it is difficult to engage.
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