The federal government may soon re-visit the issue of holding a parley with the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram.
A highly placed government official, who pleaded anonymity, gave the hint to some State House correspondents Monday, saying the apex government is working towards appraising the negotiations terms given by the sect.
According to the source, the government is likely to be receptive to the sect's demands if it announces a unilateral cease fire.
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