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Lakurawa
 | This article's lead section contains information that is not included elsewhere in the article. (December 2024) |
| Lakurawa | |
|---|---|
| Leaders | Ameer Habib Tajje |
| Dates of operation | c. 2016 or 2018 – present |
| Active regions | Northern Nigeria, Mali, Niger |
| Ideology | Islamism |
| Allies |  Islamic State (alleged) |
| Opponents |  NigeriaSome Nigerian bandit groups |
| Battles and wars | Nigerian bandit conflict |
Lakurawa is an armed group reportedly affiliated with extremist organizations operating in the Sahel region, particularly in Mali and Niger. They have begun making inroads into Northern Nigeria, specifically in Sokoto and Kebbi states. Their activities are concentrated in five local government areas of Sokoto State, namely: Tangaza, Gudu, Illela, Binji, and Silame. Initially founded as a self-defense group to fight criminals in the Nigerian bandit conflict, the group eventually became increasingly radical, oppressive, and opposed to regular state agencies.[1][2][3] Lakurawa has allegedly connections to the Islamic State, and was described as a "terrorist" group in 2024.[3][4]
- ^ "Su wane ne Lakurawa masu iƙirarin jihadi da ke barazana ga tsaron jihar Sokoto?". bbc.hausa.com (in Hausa). 6 November 2024. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
- ^ Yusuf, Ibrahim (6 November 2024). "Sabuwar Kungiyar Yan Ta'adda na Raba Miliyoyi Domin Rudar Matasan Arewa" (in Hausa). hausa.legit.ng. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Who are the Lakurawa insurgent group threatening Nigeria?". Reuters. 11 November 2024. Retrieved 13 November 2024.
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