This a fortnight after a wave of attacks and kidnappings by the Islamist militants flew in the face of claims by the Abuja authorities that they’d secured a truce.

A presidential spokesman in Abuja expresses optimism that something concrete and positive will come from the talks with Boko Haram.

He’s clearly referring to the release of 200 schoolgirls seized by the terrorists six months ago.

Boko Haram’s refused to acknowledge any truce with the government it’s pledged to overthrow.

Indeed it’s continued attacks and abductions in the north east of the country it’s seeking to control.

Nigerian presidential spokesman Reuben Abati says the governments of Cameroon and Chad are also involved with the negotiations.

This is viewed as significant because Boko Haram often operates in their territories.

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