Fears of Boko Haram comeback stir in Nigerian birthplace of Maiduguri

The article highlights the resurgence of Boko Haram in Nigeria's northeast as a significant threat. Despite relative peace since 2021, the group is reactivating, as indicated by the governor's warning. They have split into factions like ISWAP, altering their tactics and potentially weakening their impact. The situation remains fragile with concerns about displaced populations returning to risked villages and limited regional security due to factional struggles and external troop withdrawals. Aid workers note a decline in community vigilance, suggesting complacency in the face of ongoing threats.