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Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta
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Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta

militant group, Nigeria
Also known as: MEND
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  • Nigeria
    Nigeria
    / Domestic unrest and insecurity

    The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) was the most active of such militant groups, although its activity decreased after the group declared a unilateral ceasefire, and the government introduced an amnesty program in 2009.

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    The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) was the most active of such militant groups, although its activity decreased after the group declared a unilateral ceasefire, and the government introduced an amnesty program in 2009.

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