Failure in Diplomacy: How Escalated Tensions and Neglect in Northern Nigeria Are Fueling Terror Attacks

In the wake of a deteriorating security situation in Northern Nigeria, experts are sounding the alarm over a disturbing rise in terror activities, pointing to a sharp decline in international cooperation and a lack of adequate humanitarian response. The recent coup in Niger has only exacerbated the situation, cutting off critical channels of communication and collaboration between Nigeria and Niger, and leaving vulnerable communities at the mercy of increasingly emboldened terror groups. Activists are calling for an immediate refocus on peace-building initiatives and a surge in humanitarian aid, criticizing the international community's lukewarm response to the crisis.