Critically discuss and assess, in essay form, the emergence, evolution and future prospects of the terrorist group Boko Haram
Identify contributing issues and factors that led to the emergence of the group, what incidents or activities resulted in change or evolution by the group, and what are the opportunities and threats that the groups faces into the future.

In undertaking this assignment, you will need to make reference to the established academic literature, as well as make use of the large body of professional research and reporting (think tanks, policy institutes, respected journalists and news publications) that is dedicated to terrorism and terrorism related issues.