Thousands of internally displaced citizens are resisting government efforts to close camps and resettle them, citing fears of continued violence from the Boko Haram terrorist group, government thugs and other challenges. Over 30 million Nigerians are projected to be homeless in 2025.
The Borno State government has been pushing to close the camps, arguing that a semblance of stability has returned to the region. However, many residents say that they have lost their homes and livelihoods and do not feel safe returning to their villages, where the threat of attacks remains.
This humanitarian dilemma highlights the complexities of post-conflict reconstruction and the need for comprehensive security and aid measures.
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