HIGHLIGHTS
In the context of preparations for the return of Nigerian refugees from Cameroon, UNHCR continued to consult with government authorities and partners, including to organize a regional protection dialogue and develop a framework for voluntary and dignified returns.
In Cameroon, the security situation in the Far North remained a concern, with insurgent incursions and landmine explosions reported in villages on the border with Nigeria. In Minawao camp and Gourounguel transit centre, the authorities deployed additional security personnel.
In Chad, UNHCR prepared for the registration of some 500 persons of concern who had until recently opted to live outside the camp, were registered elsewhere or had missed the previous registration exercise.
In Niger, after being postponed for security reasons since October 2015, the opening of Kabelawa camp primary school took place and the installation of solar powered water adduction systems in Sayam Forage and Goudoumaria was completed.
KEY FIGURES
2,241,484 IDPs in Nigeria (NEMA/IOM DTM Report, Round VIII, February 2016) 209,855
Total number of Nigerian refugees in neighboring countries
FUNDING
USD 93.5 million UNHCR requirements for the Nigeria situation
PRIORITIES
Nigeria
Revise the contingency plan to include the growing number of Nigerian returnees arriving through Adamawa State
Niger
Enhance the emergency shelter response for persons settled outside of camps
Cameroon
Enhance the response for IDPs and host communities
Chad
Strengthen the protection response with a particular focus on education and security