Boko Haram Sacks Shekau – Deby

Boko Haram Islamic sect has a new leader, Chad’s President, Idriss Deby, has said. He said he had been replaced by Mahamat Daoud – who has not been heard of before. Shekau has not featured in the group’s recent videos, leading to speculation that he has been killed. Deby, whose troops have been involved in battling Boko Haram, said Mr. Daoud was open to dialogue.