The Crisis Room

It's been thirteen years since Northeast Nigeria and neighbouring countries of Chad, Niger, and Cameroon suffered a violent uprising. Since then, these regions have endured one of the most severe humanitarian crisis in the world, with over 11 million people in need of humanitarian assistance.

In today’s episode, we analyse the plight of the victims affected by the ongoing crisis.

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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Nigeria’s capital is often considered one of the most secure locations in a country battling security challenges from the shores of Lake Chad to the Atlantic ocean. However, a few days ago, ISWAP forces carried out an audacious jailbreak in the Capital that rattled the country.

In today’s episode, we will look at the increasing insecurity across Nigeria and what this means for the country

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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The beginning of the 2022 rainy season in Nigeria brings a new wave of flooding concerns to different communities. It’s predicted that over 400 communities will experience different levels of flooding this season. On today’s episode, we look at the impact the severe floods may have and potential response plans that can help communities avoid the mass destruction of lives and properties.

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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Nigeria's growing insecurity and insufficient policing have led to the growth of vigilantes and militias with support from state authorities. The government of Zamfara state, the epicentre of the crises in northwest Nigeria, is currently amidst controversy surrounding a plan to provide civilians with firearms to protect themselves. 

In today’s episode, we look at the security risks of the increasing proliferation of state-level militias, especially the potential dangers of giving civilians firearms. 

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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In the last ten years, close to 50 Chinese nationals have been reported to either being killed or kidnapped. In today’s episode, we look into the potential impact these security issues have on the sustainability of Chinese investments and projects in Nigeria.

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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From factory-produced assault rifles to locally-produced barrel guns, illegal arms are contributing to the creation of violent armed groups that destroy the lives and properties of innocent civilians from the creeks of the Niger Delta to the Drylands of the north. 

In this episode, we discuss why silencing the guns and developing actionable steps is integral to tackling Nigeria’s insecurity issues.

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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To address the Boko Haram insurgency, Nigeria designed a de-radicaization and rehabilitization program to help reintegrate the members of this group into society. Although the program is an important component of countering the extremism, there aren’t adequate provisions for women and girls within the program

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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Soot, a mass of impure carbon particles resulting from the incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons has been plaguing Nigeria's oil-producing Niger Delta region for many years. This has led to a significant environmental disaster and public health emergency as a result of the processing of what's often referred to as “Black Gold”. 

In this episode, we discuss the soot crisis and other environmental issues in the Niger Delta region. 

We will also look at the social-economic and health impact on local communities and populations.

Hosted by Mariam Mustapha and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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The prolonged conflict in northeastern Nigeria has displaced people from their ancestral homes, leading to a disruption in food production and a loss of livelihood. Humanitarian actors project that more than 8 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance and protection in 2022. In this episode, we examine how the insurgency contributes to socio-economic losses and the acute food insecurity and malnutrition prevalent in the region.

Hosted by Hauwa Shaffii Nuhu and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

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Over 24,ooo people have disappeared in northeastern Nigeria as a result of the Boko Haram insurgency that has plagued the region. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), this number represents half of the number of missing persons registered by the organisation in the whole of Africa. On today’s episode, we examine the growing number of missing persons in this region, the impact these incidents have on their families, and the current efforts directed towards reuniting the families together.

Hosted by Zubaida Baba Ibrahim and Murtala Abdullahi

Production Team: Murtala Abdullahi, Tracy-Allen Ezechukwu, and Anthony Asemota. 

The Executive Producer is Ahmad Salkida.

For more stories, visit humanglemedia.com. Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Follow this link to listen to the Vestiges Of Violence podcast.

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