The United States says the increased spate of
attacks by Boko Haram, could be due to the
upcoming general elections in February.
However, the US advises that the February 14
presidential election should go ahead in spite of
the violence.
During a daily briefing on Wednesday, January 14,
the US State Department spokesperson, Marie
Harf said: “There has been a sharp escalation in
the number of reported casualties.
We do believe
the election is a factor.”
Harf stated that Boko Haram had in the past,
used events such as elections to build up
tensions in the country.
“Boko Haram has tended to, particularly around
something like an election, use political issues or
sensitivities to try to flame tensions.”
“We have seen that as one of their tactics and
that is why it is so important to move forward
with the election, because we believe it is
important,” Harf added.
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