The Nigerian government has reportedly reached a secret ceasefire agreement with the Boko Haram faction led by Bakura Doro for three months. The truce, which has been in place since June, has coincided with a marked drop in attacks across parts of Borno State and reportedly followed negotiations over the release of more than 300 civilians abducted in March. While authorities described the June release as an intelligence-led operation, sources cited by The New Humanitarian said the government paid a ransom of roughly $3.3 million—claims the government denies. The truce does not cover ISWAP, which remains active around Lake Chad, nor does it cover the other Boko Haram factions. While the lull gives residents of Borno State some relief, analysts warn that temporary deals may allow insurgents to regroup without broader peacebuilding.