Walking through the well-constructed compound of Al-Habib Islamic Institute, now repurposed as a shelter for flood victims from Dikwa Low-Cost Area in Maiduguri, Northeast Nigeria, it would be easy to assume that all basic needs are being met. Yet, the reality of the women and girls living there tells a far different story. A pressing […]
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As the flood waters in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, northeastern Nigeria, begin to recede, the submerged city is facing the effects of the Sept. 10 incident. A significant portion of the state capital has been damaged, leaving local business owners to face considerable financial and emotional losses. However, traders have started reopening their […]
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In the wake of the tragic floods that have swept through Maiduguri in northeastern Nigeria since last week, swallowing humans and properties and food alike, desperate but disturbing trends are beginning to emerge. HumAngle spotted people drying out flood-affected food items. This trend has been observed by other residents who say they are worried about […]
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Residents of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno, northeastern Nigeria, have been through a roller coaster of emotions since the emergence of the Boko Haram insurgent group over a decade ago and other similar groups that have sprung up since. But the collapse of Alau Dam — the city’s main water source — has exacerbated the […]
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The township of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, North East Nigeria, has again fallen victim to devastating floods, forcing numerous residents living in poorly designed layouts and suburbs to flee their homes. As the heavy rains arrived on schedule this August, the township was ill-prepared, with drainage systems unable to handle the deluge. Last […]
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