The Crisis Room

Seperatist militants in Nigeria’s Southeast are responsible for the growing insecurity that affects the region. In today’s episode, we discuss the socio-economic impact this violence has on the communities and families that reside in the region. Hosted by Zubaida Baba Ibrahim and Murtala Abdullahi Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota.  The Executive Produc...

The rate of air mishaps that have occurred in the Nigerian military in the last two years could significantly impact crew and aircraft availability for combat and non-combat missions. In this episode, we discuss the implication this has on Nigeria's ability to combat insecurity and protect lives. We also explore the need for better transparency and stronger preventive measures. Hosted by Zubaida B...

Climate change and the encroaching Sahara desert pose a great risk to communities in the eleven frontline states of Northern Nigeria. In this episode, we examine the African Union's Green Wall initiative, as well as other policies put in place to address the impact of climate change in these regions. Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Mariam Mustaph...

It's been eight years since Boko Haram attacked and kidnapped 274 female students from their dormitory in Chibok. Since the incident, many more schools and students have become targets of terror attacks and mass abductions in Northern Nigeria. In today’s episode, we analyse the circumstances that led to the abduction and what life has been like for the girls. Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala...

On March 28, terrorists attacked a train conveying passageners between Nigeria’s capital, Abuja and Kaduna in the northwest. While some passengers were killed, many others were abducted and still unaccounted for. In this episode, we discuss the circumstances surrounding the attack and analyse the government's response, or lack of, to the plights of the victims involved. Hosted by Zubaida Baba Ibra...

IDPs in Northeast Nigeria are forced into dangerous circumstances like exchanging sex and their shelter for food and a host of others just to stay alive. In this episode, we look at the deteriorating humanitarian needs affecting IDPs due to a lack of funding and the presence of an ever-growing security threat.  Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tra...

From underfunding, inefficient welfare support, and lack of equipment,  the Nigerian police force had plans to embark on a strike due to the poor working conditions they are subjected to. In this episode, we explore the legal frameworks that prevent the police from organizing and take a deep dive into the unfavourable conditions they are forced to live with. Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala A...

Lagos State, which houses millions of people, faces risk from the impact of climate change-induced sea-level rise and the man-made depletion of the wetland systems.  In today's episode, we examine the risk associated with the destruction of Lagos wetlands from a geospatial perspective and discuss the importance of restoring and protecting wetlands to improve flood prevention. Hosted by Mariam Must...

The ongoing resettlement of Internally Displaced People in Borno, Northeast Nigeria, is relatively safer as a result of the ideologies fuelling terrorism in the region and changing power dynamics among rival insurgent groups. But such safety levels are likely not sustainable, judging by extremist patterns in other countries.  Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Production Team: Murtala...

Climate change constitutes one of the greatest risks facing the world. Between 2010 and 2020, human deaths from extreme events like floods, droughts and storms were 15 times higher in vulnerable regions when compared to other parts of the world. Vulnerable regions and countries, including Nigeria, continue to bear the brunt of these frequent and extreme weather events and disasters. Hosted by Mari...

The humanitarian crisis in the northcentral and northwestern parts of Nigeria suffer from a lack of attention and sufficient intervention. Despite the efforts from aid organizations, displaced persons in these regions still lack access to food, clean drinking water, healthcare, and other essential services. How do local authorities address the multidimensional security crisis in these regions and...

At least 30,000 persons associated with Boko Haram have surrendered. For the authorities, managing defectors is a part of the broader non-kinetic and soft approach to countering extremism and the threat of violent insurgency. In today’s episode, we look at the relapse among Boko Haram defectors and how a lack of resources affects control, including other issues around the management of the disenga...

Russian military shellings and ground invasion on Ukraine have already led to a lot of deaths, destruction of properties, and the displacement of thousands of people. Although the war seems far away, there are growing concerns that it might result in reduced donation towards the humanitarian crisis happening across Africa, as well as increase the economic pressure on an already struggling continen...

A few days ago, the Government of Kaduna, a state in Nigeria's northwest, published official data on security incidents and attacks that took place between January to December 2021. The report shows that there is an increase in the violence communities in the state experience. How do the residents cope with the insecurity and what needs to be done to restore peace and stability to the affected are...

Remote agricultural communities in Nigeria’s northwest and northcentral regions bear the scars of vicious raids by terror groups. The state governments’ response to the crisis has largely been uncoordinated and it has failed to address the multilayered factors behind the crisis, including the decay of environmental resources and livestock In today's episode, we will be discussing climate change-re...

Over the past few years, more than 2 million people became internally displaced by the insurgency in Nigeria's Northeast; with Borno State as the epicentre of the violence. Many of those affected sought shelter in different camps created by the State government.  Right now, the state has an ambitious plan to resettle all displaced persons by 2025. It sees the relocation as an important step toward...

Over the past few years, the Nigerian security forces have grappled with the issue of missing firearms. With the recent developments by the President transmitting a Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons Bill, 2021, to the National Assembly. Will we see an effective change in this crisis of missing firearms? We will also discuss the measures to improve the monitoring of state-owned firearms and t...

Today on the podcast, We will be discussing the potential impact of the terrorism designation for armed groups in the Northwest and parts of the Northcentral region.   We will also be looking at the ongoing security intervention in the regions as well as the humanitarian crisis.  Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Production Team: Anthony Asemota, and Anita Eboigbe.  The Executive Pro...

Today on the podcast, we are joined by Kabir Adamu, a security expert and the Managing Director at Beacon Consulting Nigeria, to help us shed more light on Nigeria’s security environment in 2021 and it’s outlook for 2022. Hosted by Hauwa Shaffi Nuhu and Murtala Abdullahi Production Team: Anthony Asemota, and Anita Eboigbe.  The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida. For more stories, visit humanglem...

On Thursday, Dec 23, shortly before the Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari arrived in Maiduguri to commission projects, a rocket attack was launched claiming 4 lives and causing widespread damage Nigeria's northeastern city of Maiduguri. Today on the podcast, we will be discussing the vulnerability and security risks posed by explosive projectiles such as Mortars and rockets launched towards Maid...

The admission process into the OSC (Operation Safe Corridor) programme has been criticised. For this reason, and others, the credibility and effectiveness are put under question.  In this episode, we analyze the OSC(Operation Safe Corridor) programme and the life of Zarah, who remarried after being told her husband was dead. 6 years later, she finds out her husband is still in detention. Hosted by...

Poor management of inmates and the disturbing situation around awaiting trial inmates has led to an overcrowding crisis in Nigeria's correctional centres. Recent attacks on correctional facilities and jailbreaks has placed Nigeria’s justice system under scrutiny.   Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Reported by Adejumo Kabir Production Team: Abba Toko, Anthony Asemota, and Anita Eboig...

When do attacks take place? What happens when they do? What are the attackers after? And how do these attacks affect people’s lives and property? Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Reported by Kunle Adebajo Production Team: Abba Toko, Anthony Asemota, and Anita Eboigbe. The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida. For more stories, visit humanglemedia.com. Connect with us on Twitter, Inst...

As we transition from the rainy to dry season, the risk of renewed attacks by ISWAP insurgents increases. Due to the favourable terrain that comes with the dry season, National Forces in high risk regions would need to step up counter insurgency operations to mitigate rising security and Humanitarian risks. Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Reported by Murtala Abdullahi  Production T...

Modu Sulum Kayamla is a displaced resident of Borno State with 3 wives and 13 children. He wonders how he is going to fend for his family, especially now that the aid would be stopped. Like many other displaced residents, the resettlement dilemma adds to the long list of challenges they must face in Borno State. Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi Reported by Murtala Abdullahi  Product...