7,790 Nigerian refugees in Chad are set to return home after nearly a decade of displacement due to insurgency. A repatriation agreement signed by Nigeria, Chad, and the UNHCR ensures their safe return. Authorities promise phased reintegration with security, housing, and social support to facilitate their resettlement.......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
Nearly 7,800 Nigerian refugees in Chad are preparing to return home after spending close to a decade in displacement. This follows a repatriation agreement signed in Baga Sola, Chad, between the governments of Nigeria, Chad, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The majority of the refugees, originally from Borno State, were forced to flee due to insurgency in the Lake Chad Basin region. They have since been living in the Daru-Salam refugee camp in Chad. The new agreement aims to ensure their safe and voluntary return, with necessary arrangements made to facilitate reintegration into their communities.
Officials confirmed that the return process will be carried out in phases to guarantee security and stability. Authorities in Nigeria are working alongside humanitarian organizations to provide support, including shelter, food, and medical aid, to the returnees.
Security concerns remain a key issue, as some of the affected areas are still dealing with sporadic violence. However, both Nigerian and Chadian authorities have assured that all necessary precautions are in place to protect the returning refugees and assist them in rebuilding their lives.
The agreement is part of a broader effort to address the long-standing refugee crisis caused by the insurgency in the region. Stakeholders involved in the process have emphasized the importance of international cooperation in ensuring a smooth and sustainable transition for those affected by displacement.
