Livestock theft is central to jihadist economy in west Africa

UN envoy urges international support for West Africa and the Sahel

In a briefing to the Security Council on Thursday, the UN Special Representative for West Africa and the Sahel painted a mixed picture of the region, which is facing a growing terrorist threat but also political progress and encouraging initiatives.

Livestock theft is central to jihadist economy in west Africa

Musa was asleep in the village of Dusuman in northeast Nigeria when he was awoken by a sharp burst of gunfire and Boko Haram stole his main source of livelihood -- his livestock.

Livestock Theft Is Central To Jihadist Economy In West Africa

Musa was asleep in the village of Dusuman in northeast Nigeria when he was awoken by a sharp burst of gunfire and Boko Haram stole his main source of livelihood -- his livestock.

Security 2.0 in miniature. On 08 April in Abuja, Nigeria, ECOWAS, the European Union (EU) and INTERPOL will formalize the delivery of the West African Police Information System (WAPIS).

Coveted resource: Livestock theft is central to jihadist economy in west Africa

Nigeria: A Safe Haven for Imported Terrorism

Nigeria: A Safe Haven for Imported Terrorism Nigeria has become a breeding ground for terrorism, with an alarming influx of foreign terrorist groups operating freely within its borders. The country is not only struggling with homegrown insurgencies but is also serving as a hub for internationally connected jihadist organizations. Rather than taking decisive action to root out these groups, the Nigerian government appears to be providing them wit…