Terrorists Sent Unexpected Video To Nigerians As Army Orders TikTok To Delete It Immediately

The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) has called on social media companies, particularly TikTok, to take responsibility in monitoring and removing content that promotes violence and radicalization.....Read Full Article>>

This appeal comes as the MNJTF addresses misleading footage released by ISWAP, a faction linked to Boko Haram, which falsely suggests that it is protecting communities in the Lake Chad region.

In a recent statement, the MNJTF clarified that ISWAP’ s narrative is not only deceptive but intentionally distorts the reality of the terrorist group’ s actions.
The footage, posted on TikTok by a user identified as Albanarwy 1446, shows farmers, herders, and fishermen speaking in Hausa, presenting a so- called ” harmonious” relationship between ISWAP and local communities.

The MNJTF described this portrayal as ” despicably false, ” emphasizing that ISWAP is manipulating public opinion to hide the violence it inflicts on these communities.

The MNJTF explained that ISWAP’ s claims to provide protection and enforce strict religious laws are, in fact, a cover for its violent activities. Instead of supporting the local communities, ISWAP has committed numerous atrocities, including forced displacement, kidnappings, and killings, leaving a trail of suffering across the region.

Contrary to ISWAP’ s false claims, the MNJTF is actively working to ensure the safety and security of the people in the Lake Chad region, striving to create a stable environment for sustainable peace. This appeal to TikTok and other social media platforms comes amid significant achievements by the MNJTF in the fight against terrorism.

Over the past year, the MNJTF has made considerable progress, which includes the repatriation of more than 30, 000 refugees and internally displaced persons to their homes. Communities like Kirawa, Banki, Cross Kukawa, and Baga have seen the restoration of normalcy thanks to the MNJTF’ s efforts.

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Additionally, the MNJTF has worked with local and regional governments to support displaced persons in areas such as Baraou in Niger, Amchide in Cameroon, and Litri in Chad. These efforts aim to provide these individuals with stability and a renewed means of livelihood.

One of the most notable milestones achieved by the MNJTF is the reopening of key trade routes connecting Chad, Cameroon, and Nigeria, which had previously been disrupted by insurgency activities. This reopening has revitalized trade and movement, contributing significantly to regional stability.

In recent operations, particularly Operation Lake Sanity 2, the MNJTF successfully neutralized numerous Boko Haram terrorists, rescued hostages, and seized weapons. Collaborating with national forces from Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, and Chad, the MNJTF has made a significant impact on reducing the spread of terrorism in the region.

The MNJTF reiterated its commitment to the peace, unity, and security of the communities within the Lake Chad Basin and called upon social media platforms like TikTok to responsibly monitor and remove content that promotes violence and radicalization.