“The Islamic State (IS) has released a new video, eulogising Nigeria’s Boko Haram, in the latest sign of closer ties between the two militant groups. Images posted on IS-linked social media accounts refer to Boko Haram as the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (Iswap) – a catchy name aimed at showing that it has expanded beyond the Middle East and North Africa. “
Source: Analysis: Islamic State strengthens ties with Boko Haram – BBC News