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Since 2009, the conflict has claimed around 185,000 lives, with Christians making up roughly 125,000 of those fatalities. Despite the severity, the issue remains largely absent from mainstream media coverage, prompting questions about media bias and geopolitical interests.
The Geopolitical and Economic Dimensions
Analysts and critics argue that Nigeria's complex political and economic landscape plays a role in the muted international response. Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country and boasts massive oil reserves—ranking tenth globally—which attract major multinational energy corporations and foreign investment. The Nigerian government denies that non-state groups are responsible for violence, claiming insurgents are separate from national authorities.