Imam Liman Ibrahim is a spiritual leader in the Boko Haram terrorist sect. He was especially active after Abu Zamira assumed leadership of the group.[1] His current status is unknown.
Death of Shekau and Rise of Zamira
editIn August 2013, Ibrahim announced that the leader of Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau had been deposed by factions within the group due to his "harsh" methods. Ibrahim claimed that Shekau had been given a choice to "[join] the peace dialogue with the Nigerian government, [form] his own sect or [be killed]." Ibrahim further announced the ascension of Abu Zamira Mohammed to the position that Shekau had occupied.[2]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Uduma Kalu (2 August 2013). "Nigeria – reports say Boko Haram have shot and deposed their leader". Africa – News and Analysis. Retrieved 26 June 2016.
- ^ ""Abubakar Shekau is Dead, We've Killed Him": Negotiating New Boss Abu Zamira Claims". NewsRescue. 2 August 2013. Retrieved 26 June 2016.