The Factors Affected for the Deteriorating Livelihood Condition of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in North East Region of Nigeria (A Study of Three Selected IDP Camps in Maiduguri)

Abstract

This research examined some of the factors affected for the deteriorating livelihood condition in which Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the North-East Region of Nigeria are suffering from. It was carried out on three selected IDP Camps within Maiduguri in Borno State. The study was conducted through the use of quantitative research method. Closed ended questionnaire was administered on sixty respondents randomly chosen from the three IDP Camps involved in the study. Each of the camps was represented by twenty respondents. Collected data were analyzed using the descriptive statistical method. The study found out that poor governance, poverty and corrupt officials are some of the factors responsible for the deteriorating conditions of IDPs in the region. Strengthening good and responsive governance, effective sustainable poverty alleviation measures among IDPs as well as discipline and accountable officials were recommended for improving the condition of IDPs in the region.