Mohammed Yusuf
Mohammed Yusuf was the founder of Boko Haram, a terrorist organization established in Nigeria in 2002 with the aim of promoting Sunni Islam and opposing Shia Islam. His leadership led to significant violence and loss of life in Nigeria, marking him as a pivotal figure in the country's ongoing struggles with extremism.
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Mohammed Yusuf founded the local Islamist sect that evolved into Boko Haram.
A guide to the different groups causing chaos
United Kingdom· 2025-11-28
Mohammed Yusuf is included in the Ajman delegation going to Serbia.
28 لاعباً في بعثة عجمان إلى صربيا
United Arab Emirates· 2025-07-14
Accounts post old footage of the original Boko Haram founder, Mohammed Yusuf.
Jihadists in Nigeria turn to TikTok to spread propaganda
Nigeria· 2025-05-16
Mohammed Yusuf was the founder of Boko Haram, killed by police in July 2009.
Fears of Boko Haram comeback stir in Nigerian birthplace of Maiduguri | Boko HaramUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-28
The police through one ASP Mohammed Yusuf attached to the homicide section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti participated in the Coroner’s proceedings.
Mohbad’s father asks court to quash legal advice freeing Naira MarleyNigeria· 2025-03-19
Boko Haram is a terrorist group founded in 2002 by Mohammed Yusuf.
No evidence USAID funds Boko HaramNigeria· 2025-02-20
Boko Haram is a terrorist group founded in 2002 by Mohammed Yusuf.
(BREAKING) No evidence USAID funds Boko HaramNigeria· 2025-02-20