A war has been waged against militant group Boko Haram. President Holland of France and President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria came together at a summit held in Paris to address the issue of Boko Harams presence in Africa and the threat the terrorist organization poses in neighboring regions. A pledge was made to share intelligence and coordinate action against Boko Haram in the hope of abolishing the militant group for good. Other countries concerned and pledging their support are Benin, Cameroon, Niger and Chad.
Following the abduction of the school girls last month, a video was released by Boko Haram reveling several of the young girls. The video was taken to be a prof of life statement, but was later followed by a proposition of exchange, the girls in exchanged for terrorist prisoners. Officials are reporting the President Jonathan is taking a "nonnegotiable" stance against the Boko Haram and is rather, looking to respond with force.
-Alexandra Dominguez
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