Africa eyes anti-Boko Haram force
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Ghana's President John Mahama says he and other African leaders will discuss plans next week to "deal permanently" with Boko Haram militants.
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Habari Zinazoendana
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US aid for anti-Boko Haram force
The US says it will give $5m (£3.2m) towards a multi-national task force being set up to fight Boko Haram, as it steps up cross-border attacks.
10 years ago
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10 years ago
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Anti-Boko Haram force 'retakes town'
A regional force recaptures the Nigerian town of Damasak a day after launching an air and ground offensive against militant group Boko Haram, sources say.
10 years ago
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Niger approves anti-Boko Haram force
Niger's parliament votes to send troops to Nigeria to join the fight against militant Islamist group Boko Haram, as the conflict spreads across borders.
10 years ago
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10 years ago
BBC29 Jul
'No border' for anti-Boko Haram army
A multinational force fighting Boko Haram militants in West Africa will be able to pursue them across borders, Nigeria says.
10 years ago
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AU backs anti-Boko Haram troops plan
The African Union backs plans for a West African task force of 7,500 troops to fight Boko Haram militants.
9 years ago
BBC18 Nov
'$2bn stolen' from anti-Boko Haram fight
Nigeria's president orders the arrest of a former top official for allegedly stealing more than $2bn ($1.31) meant to fight militant Islamists.
10 years ago
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Letter from Africa: Finger-pointing over Boko Haram
The blame game in Nigeria over the Boko Haram insurgency
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