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“And we are understanding - we're beginning to understand that the Nigerian military is now better on. And also, probably even more importantly, Michel, morale is higher amongst the military. I mean, you had Nigerian soldiers being accused of cowardice, running away from Boko Haram and not having the will to fight.”

Quote by Ofeibea Quist-Arcton

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Ofeibea Quist-Arcton
Ofeibea Quist-Arcton

Ofeibea Quist-Arcton is a renowned international journalist known for her in-depth and insightful reporting on Africa. Born on August 4, 1958, she has over three decades of experience in the field of journalism, working for prestigious media outlets such as the BBC. more

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