Shekau latest news

Abubakar Shekau is the leader of the Nigerian terrorist group Boko Haram. Here are some of the latest news and updates about him:

Recent Developments:

  1. Death Rumors: In June 2021, there were reports that Shekau had been killed in a battle with the Nigerian military in the Sambisa Forest. However, these reports have not been officially confirmed.
  2. Split in Boko Haram: In 2020, there were reports of a split within Boko Haram, with some factions pledging allegiance to the Islamic State (ISIS) and others remaining loyal to Shekau.
  3. Escaped from Captivity: In 2019, Shekau was reported to have escaped from captivity after being held by a rival faction of Boko Haram.

Background:

  1. Leader of Boko Haram: Shekau has been the leader of Boko Haram since 2009, when he took over the group after the death of its founder, Mohammed Yusuf.
  2. Violent Campaign: Under Shekau's leadership, Boko Haram has been responsible for numerous violent attacks, including bombings, kidnappings, and massacres, resulting in the deaths of thousands of people.
  3. Conflict with Nigerian Government: Shekau has been at odds with the Nigerian government, which has launched several military campaigns against Boko Haram.

International Designations:

  1. UN Sanctions: Shekau has been designated as a terrorist by the United Nations, and his assets have been frozen.
  2. US Designation: He has also been designated as a terrorist by the United States, and is subject to sanctions.

Current Status:

  1. Wanted: Shekau is still wanted by the Nigerian government and is considered a fugitive.
  2. Location: His current location is unknown, but he is believed to be hiding in the Sambisa Forest or other remote areas of northeastern Nigeria.

Please note that the information provided is based on publicly available sources and may not be up-to-date or accurate.