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Nigeria declared third most terrorized nation on earth, again!

Nigeria declared third most terrorized nation on earth, again!

Somalia and Nigeria have always been ranked as two of the most terrorized countries in Africa and this assertion is not unfounded as both countries have been heavily bombarded by activities of violent terrorist organizations over the years.

This year, Nigeria has been declared the third most terrorized nation, again by the Global Terrorism Index! Although this bears testament to the fact the rate of insecurity in the country still hasn’t improved substantially.

In fact, some unfortunate incidents that occurred during the year have introduced a new dynamics to Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. It’s been revealed that more than 6,000 people have been reportedly killed in violent attacks by Boko Haram and herdsmen crisis across the country.

The ranking for 2018 saw Nigeria retain its third position in the light of renewed attacks by Boko Haram. The terrorist group which had been previously assumed ‘decimated’ by the Federal Government suddenly lept out of the trenches with a heavy blow to the military.

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This will make it the third consecutive time in which Nigeria has been ranked as top three most terrorized nation. The rating also categorized Nigeria as one of the most dangerous countries in the world, following the rate of kidnapping and the prevalence of ritual killings in recent times.

The government is currently evaluating the best means to rid the country of terrorism as it partners with neighbouring countries to fight terrorism from all ends of the region.

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