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U.S. Military Works With African Security Forces To Fight Boko Haram

NPR | By Ofeibea Quist-Arcton

Published March 16, 2017 at 3:28 PM CDT

Cross-border counterterrorism investigations and crisis response are priorities for regional forces battling Boko Haram insurgents. The U.S. military and law enforcement are working with African allies to enhance technique, preparedness and collaboration.

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Ofeibea Quist-Arcton

Ofeibea Quist-Arcton is an award-winning broadcaster from Ghana and is NPR's Africa Correspondent. She describes herself as a "jobbing journalist"—who's often on the hoof, reporting from somewhere.

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