Implications of Boko Haram insurgency in Borno state, Nigeria

Abstract

The study investigated the implications of the Boko Haram insurgency in Borno State, by following the qualitative research approach. Adopting a case study research design, the study focused on gathering insights and experiences from both Boko Haram victims and officials at the Bakassi internal displaced person’s camp. A total of 10 participants were selected by adopting the purposive and convenience sampling techniques. The study employed interview guide and observation checklist as data collection instruments, and subsequently, data analysis was done thematically. The findings of the study revealed that Boko Haram insurgency in Borno State has led to implications including heightened unemployment and poverty, increased corruption, displacement of individuals and property, and notable foreign influences on governance within Nigeria. These consequences have significantly hampered business activities in Borno State and further impeded the conduct of elections in the state. The study further revealed the closure of educational institutions due to security concerns such as kidnapping. Recommendations from the study encouraged bolstering border security to curb the infiltration of extremist elements, promoting job creation for unemployed youth, fostering religious tolerance, implementing character education, ensuring equitable resource distribution, and advocacy for the prosecution of political leaders implicated in Boko Haram activities.