MEND is an armed militant group in Nigeria's Niger Delta region that emerged in 2005. It seeks to address the socio-economic and environmental issues faced by the local population, particularly related to oil extraction, through acts of sabotage and violence.
Imagine a group of people who are tired of their neighborhood being polluted by a nearby factory. MEND is like a group of activists who resort to extreme measures, such as protests or even vandalism, to draw attention to the issue and force the factory owners to take action.
Militant Group: An organized group that uses violence or threats for political or social purposes.
Sabotage: Deliberate actions aimed at damaging or disrupting something, often used as a form of protest or resistance.
Resource Conflict: Disputes over access, control, and distribution of natural resources (like oil) that can lead to tensions and conflicts within a region.
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