The IOM’s Round 16 DTM assessment reveals that as of February 2025, there are 1,322,766 internally displaced persons in north-central and north-west Nigeria. This marks a 10% increase from the previous round due to new assessments, attacks, and seasonal mobility.
The report presents findings from Round 16 of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) assessments conducted by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The aim is to enhance understanding of the internal displacement dynamics in the conflict-affected north-central and north-west regions of Nigeria. This assessment reflects the data collected from October to November 2024, highlighting the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) across ten states within this geopolitical zone, including Benue, Kano, Kaduna, Katsina, Kogi, Niger, Nasarawa, Plateau, Sokoto, and Zamfara.
In Round 16, a total of 1,322,766 IDPs were identified living in 225,458 households. This signifies a slight increase of approximately 10 percent, equating to 130,350 additional individuals since Round 15. The growth in numbers is primarily attributed to the assessment of new locations. Furthermore, factors such as attacks, displacements, natural disasters, and seasonal mobility for farming or safety contributed to this rise.
The IOM’s Round 16 DTM assessment indicates a notable increase in internally displaced persons in north-central and north-west Nigeria, with a total of 1,322,766 IDPs now identified. The slight rise is largely due to the inclusion of new locations in the assessment, along with ongoing conflicts and various mobility factors. This report underscores the persistent challenges faced by these communities and the need for continued monitoring and support.
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