Film Lens
The film examines the ambush of American soldiers in Niger in 2017, revealing the complexities of U.S. military involvement in Africa. It shows the ongoing fight against groups like Boko Haram, which has killed 35,000 people and displaced millions since its rise. The documentary investigates how black market oil fuels these terrorist organizations, complicating the War on Terror and U.S. security interests.
Why Watch
- •Find out how black market oil fuels terrorism.
- •See the impact of Boko Haram on Nigerian society.
- •Meet Major General Musa leading the fight against extremism.
Did You Know
•Four American soldiers were killed in an ambush in Niger on October 4, 2017.
•Boko Haram has been active in Nigeria for over a decade, resulting in 35,000 deaths.
•The U.S. contributed nearly $600 million in military aid to Nigeria in 2020.
•Boko Haram gained international attention in 2014 after abducting over 200 schoolgirls.
Perfect For
Counterterrorism studiesMiddle Eastern politicsOil market dynamics