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Bashir Galma
Academic
Security analyst and retired army major commenting on the collusion between armed groups and military personnel.
Notable Quotes
"I know there have been instances where plans are made for an attack on a location and the information finds its way to either Boko Haram or another criminal gang."View Story →
"This is what we have been calling for a long time."View Story →
"This will bring some level of peace for people whose loved ones were killed or injured."View Story →
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