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Nigeria to Prosecute 300 Boko Haram Members in Broader Effort to Try 5,000 Captured Militants

  Nigeria to Prosecute 300 Boko Haram Members in Broader Effort to Try 5,000 Captured Militants Nigeria is moving forward with the prosecution of 300 members of Boko Haram, a significant step in its extensive plan to bring 5,000 captured militants to justice. This effort is part of a broader strategy to combat the long-standing insurgency in the country's northeastern region, where Boko Haram has been most active. The Nigerian government has been grappling with the Boko Haram insurgency for over a decade. The militant group, whose name roughly translates to "Western education is forbidden," has carried out numerous attacks, leading to the deaths of thousands and the displacement of millions. Their campaign of violence has included bombings, kidnappings, and raids on villages, contributing to a severe humanitarian crisis in the region. The upcoming trials represent a crucial phase in the government's counter-insurgency efforts. The 300 individuals set to be prosecuted