THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC EFFECTS OF BOKO HARAM INSURGENCY IN NIGERIA A CASE STUDY OF BORNO STATE

ABSTRACT The Boko Haram insurgency has emerged as one of the most devastating conflicts in Nigeria, causing severe social and economic disruptions across the country, particularly in the northeastern region. This study examines The Socio-Economic Effects of Boko Haram Insurgency in Nigeria: A Case Study of Borno State. The study seeks to identify the major socio-economic consequences of the insurgency on the people of Borno State, including loss of lives, displacement, destruction of property, unemployment, and disruption of education and public services. Data were collected through primary and secondary sources, including questionnaires, interviews, and existing literature. The findings reveal that the insurgency has led to widespread poverty, increased dependency on humanitarian aid, decline in agricultural production, and collapse of local businesses. Socially, it has caused the breakdown of community structures, family disintegration, and psychological trauma among residents. The study concludes that while the Nigerian government and security agencies have made efforts to combat the insurgency, more attention should be given to post-conflict rehabilitation, education, and economic recovery programs. The researcher recommends improved security measures, effective reintegration of displaced persons, and a community-based peacebuilding approach to ensure sustainable development in Borno State and other affected areas.