After Bama, Gwoza, Zulum begins plans to resettle Konduga IDPs

Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum is spearheading a new phase of the state's resettlement program with plans to close the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Konduga. This move follows the successful closure of the Bama IDP camp, previously the largest displacement facility outside Maiduguri, and the upcoming shutdown of the Gwoza camp.

During a visit to Konduga, Governor Zulum emphasized that the resettlement process will be entirely voluntary. He assured displaced individuals that no one would be forced to return to their communities against their will. Consultations with the IDPs are ongoing and will continue until the exercise begins in about four months, aiming for a dignified return.

"We are not carrying out the resettlement process immediately. We are here to discuss with the IDPs so that in the next four months they will be resettled in a dignified manner. I believe you heard from the IDPs that they are willing to return home. The return shall be voluntary, not by force," the governor stated.

As part of his visit, Zulum inspected the construction of resettlement houses in Amarwa and visited Maiwa in Mafa Local Government Area. The Amarwa resettlement city is being developed to house displaced persons, while Maiwa will also see the construction of housing units equipped with essential amenities, including a healthcare center and water supply, to support returning residents.

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We are not carrying out the resettlement process immediately. We are here to discuss with the IDPs so that in the next four months they will be resettled in a dignified manner. I believe you heard from the IDPs that they are willing to return home. The return shall be voluntary, not by force.