DETERMINANTS OF INTERNAL DISPLACED PERSON’S RELOCATION TO ORIGINAL SETTLEMENT IN JERE LGA, 2010-2025

Abstract

The study examined the factors affecting the relocation of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to their original settlements in host communities in Jere Local Government Area, Borno State from 2010 to 2025. The specific objectives were to assess the implications of inadequate finances on the reconstruction of the original settlements of IDPs, examine the impact of insecurity on the relocation process, and evaluate the effects of unemployment on the resettlement of IDPs in their original communities. Relevant Literature was reviewed in line with the study objectives. The methodology adopted for this study utilized both primary and secondary sources of data. Primary data were obtained through interviews, and official documents, while secondary data were sourced from books, journals, and other published materials relevant to the subject matter. All information gathered was critically evaluated and analyzed using the historical approach to ensure accuracy and minimize bias. The findings of the study revealed that inadequate finances remain a major obstacle to the reconstruction of destroyed communities, as insufficient funding, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and corruption continue to impede rebuilding efforts. The study further found that persistent insecurity, including sporadic insurgent attacks and the presence of landmines, has discouraged many IDPs from returning to their original home. In addition, the findings showed that high unemployment among IDPs hinders relocation, as the lack of sustainable livelihoods opportunities in their home communities makes resettlement both unattractive and unsustainable. The study concludes that the relocation of IDPs in Jere Local Government Area is influenced by interconnected factors such as finance, security, and employment, all of which determine the sustainability of return and reintegration.