SECURITY ISSUES IN THE NORTHEAST: THE ROLE OF UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUND IN ADDRESSING EDUCATIONAL CRISES IN BORNO STATE

Abstract

Security difficulties in northeastern Nigeria, notably in Borno state, have resulted in a major educational crisis. The Boko Haram insurgency in Borno state, Nigeria, has caused a major educational crisis, cumulating in murder of over 2,295 teachers and displacing thousands of students. In response, UNICEF has been working to provide emergency education assistance to affected children, enrolling approximately 750,000 children in schools constructing temporary learning spaces, and distributing educational resources. Although significant efforts have been made, major challenges persist, such as a 40% funding gap and the appalling conditions faced by displaced children. This report investigates UNICEF's role in addressing the educational crisis in Borno state. It focuses on the organization's activities, the obstacles they face, and the financing gaps in providing emergency education support to affected children. This paper aims to provide a complete picture of Borno state's educational crisis, as well as how UNICEF is addressing it. The findings proffer effective solutions to help to establish effective solutions for dealing with educational crises in conflict-affected areas, as well as guide policy and programming decisions to support the education sector in Borno state.