New study links insecurity to deepening poverty in Northern Nigeria (opens original article in a new tab)

A new study links insecurity in Northern Nigeria to deepening poverty, showing how conflict undermines livelihoods and traps households in deprivation, with recommendations for livelihood diversification and integrated peace-building efforts.

• Violent conflict in Northern Nigeria exacerbates poverty by undermining incomes and assets
• Insecurity creates a cycle where poverty increases vulnerability to further conflict
• Livelihood diversification is identified as a key factor in building resilience against poverty
• Peace-building efforts must be linked with livelihood support to sustain recovery