Boko Haram: Islamism, politics, security and the state in Nigeria

• Other Authors: Pérouse de Montclos, Marc-Antoine (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Leiden, Ibadan IFRA-Nigeria 2014
• Series: WAPOSO Series
• Subjects: Politics & government; Boko Haram; Islamic movements; fundamentalism; rebellions; terrorism; government policy
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

This book is the first attempt to understand Boko Haram in a comprehensive and consistent way. It examines the early history of the sect and its transformation into a radical armed group. It analyses the causes of the uprising against the Nigerian state and evaluates the consequences of the on-going...