THE IMPACT OF BOKO HARAM TERRORISM ON THE DISPLACED PERSONS IN CAMEROON, 2009-2017

Abstract

The paper examines the consequences of Boko Haram terrorism on the displaced persons in
Cameroon. In an attempt to analyse the repercussions of the sect, we perused the reasons
for its extension to Cameroon, recruitment of its membership, philosophy, effects on the
displaced, attempted solutions and proposals to obliterate the sect. Our results benefited
from primary, secondary and tertiary sources of data interpreted with the mixed research
methodologies. The paper concludes that although Boko Haram succeeded in imposing
incredible consequences on the displaced persons, its dream of an Islamic State was by far a
myth. It argues that although the wings of the sect were clipped, it remains a major threat
and challenge to the government. To absolutely eliminate Boko Haram, the government
should: embark on new policy formulation, heavy developmental projects, capacity
development of the youth, civic education, strengthen collective action of the Lake Chad
Basin Countries, more African Union forces and concerted global cooperation as a
sustainable therapy