Global Partnership Needed to Address Internal Displacement Issue in Nigeria

Vice President Calls for Global Partnership to Address Internal Displacement in Nigeria

In a bold move to tackle the issue of internal displacement in Nigeria, Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for a global partnership to address the problem. He declared the federal government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of displaced citizens during the launch of the State Action Plans on Durable Solution to Internal Displacement.

The Action Plan, a United Nations Secretary General’s Solution Agenda on Internal Displacement, aims to help internally displaced persons find a durable solution to their displacement, prevent new displacement crises from emerging, and ensure those facing displacement receive effective protection and assistance. This global effort has now been launched in Nigeria.

According to The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre, around 3.3 million people were living in internal displacement as a result of conflict and violence at the end of 2023, with about half of them in Borno state. Despite efforts, Nigeria still remains among the top ten countries with the largest number of internally displaced persons globally.

The United Nations commended the efforts of state governments in drafting action plans for durable solutions to internal displacement, emphasizing the importance of capturing the first essential steps towards solutions. The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Richard Montgomery, also praised the progress witnessed during his recent visit to the North-East and the government’s approach to encouraging more development investments.

Vice President Shettima welcomed the support of the United States and other global partners, highlighting the need for a united front that transcends political divides in addressing the task ahead. With a collaborative effort, it is hoped that significant progress can be made in providing lasting solutions to internal displacement in Nigeria.