Gallup Poll: Northern Nigerians' Views Not in Line With Boko Haram's

Most recent release from Gallup on April 2010 and August 2011 surveys of all six geo-political zones. Other findings showed that more people in the South-South (29%) than any other zone feel their standard of living is "getting worse."

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20 February 2012

Northern Nigerians' Views Not in Line With Boko Haram's

Few would support Sharia as the only source of legislation

by Magali Rheault and Bob Tortora

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Gallup surveys suggest Nigerians do not embrace the anti-Western rhetoric of Boko Haram, the militant movement behind a series of deadly attacks in the country. About 6 in 10 Nigerians believe greater interaction with the West is more of a benefit than a threat. In Boko Haram's Northeast home base, nearly 7 in 10 say the same. Majorities of residents in other northern regions, which are home to many Muslims, also view such interaction positively.

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