Trials and troubles of life in Adamawa State, Nigeria – Part Two

A complex situation of extreme water scarcity is affecting ​internally displaced persons (IDPs)​ and endangering ​​lives​ in Adamawa State​. ​Inadequate access ​to clean water​ is worsened by the ​​activities of non-state armed groups, which result in displacement,​ environmental degradation, and poor investment in infrastructure. Simultaneously, the increasing population and climate change impacts make marginalized groups more vulnerable, weakening their ability to withstand challenges like waterborne illnesses and malnutrition. One result of this fragility is a distressing increase in child mortality. As documented in part one, female residents and IDPs in the region are particularly, and dangerously, exposed to the impacts of water scarcity.

Andrew, Okem; Osei-Amponsah, Charity; Ahmadu, T. 2024. Trials and troubles of life in Adamawa State, Nigeria – Part Two. Colombo, Sri Lanka: International Water Management Institute (IWMI).