‘We will stay’: Displaced Nigerians fear Boko Haram, stay in closing camps
Summary
Many people displaced by Boko Haram violence in Nigeria are hesitant to return to their hometowns despite government orders. The Nigerian government has closed camps for displaced people, saying security has improved, but recent attacks by Boko Haram have increased fears. Residents like Maryam Suleiman prefer to stay in unsafe camp conditions rather than risk returning home.Key Facts
- Authorities evacuated about 22,000 people from Muna displaced persons camp in Maiduguri, Nigeria.
- Maryam Suleiman, a widow, and her 12 children chose to stay in the camp due to safety concerns.
- Suleiman's hometown, Dongo, is considered unsafe after her brothers were killed there by Boko Haram in 2014.
- Since the camp closures, new Boko Haram attacks have occurred, including one in Marte that killed five soldiers.
- Over 90 people have been killed in Borno State in the past five months due to Boko Haram violence.
- This violence has forced 20,000 newly resettled people to flee again.
- Displaced persons face issues like lack of food and education due to camp closures.
- Residents are wary of returning home unless security is improved in their communities.
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