Authorities in Chad have arrested and deported dozens of Nigerians who fled into the country to escape jihadist violence, officials and aid workers said Tuesday, raising concerns about the treatment of displaced people in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Local reports said the Nigerians had crossed into Chad after attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State\u2013linked militants in northeastern Nigeria. Instead of being granted refuge, they were detained and sent back across the border. Human rights groups criticized the move, saying it exposed vulnerable families to renewed danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Lake Chad Basin, where years of insurgency have displaced millions across Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon and Niger. The United Nations estimates that more than 2 million people remain internally displaced in northeastern Nigeria alone, with thousands more seeking safety in neighboring countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Similar cases have drawn international attention in recent years. In 2021, Cameroon faced criticism after forcibly returning Nigerian refugees to conflict zones. In 2019, reports surfaced of Niger deporting displaced people back to areas still under threat from militants. Aid agencies argue that such actions violate international conventions on refugee protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chadian officials have defended their decision, citing security concerns and limited resources to host large numbers of displaced people. Analysts say the episode underscores the strain on countries in the region, which are struggling to balance humanitarian obligations with domestic pressures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nigeria\u2019s government has yet to formally respond, but observers expect the issue to feature in ongoing regional security talks. For many families caught between violence and deportation, the search for safety remains uncertain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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