Possessing the largest economy and population in Africa, Nigeria is an emerging international contender. Situated favorably on the Atlantic coast in West Africa the demographically and linguistically diverse state has struggled with terrorist incursions in recent years. The Northern half of the country contains the majority of Nigeria’s Muslim population, as well as the majority of the aggression from the violent extremist organization Boko Haram over the past decade.
What We've Done
A team of 30 enumerators collected data from residents of Michika using QuickTapSurvey on phones or tablets. Questions included demographics, as well as questions regarding the respondent’s most dire needs. This data was then collated and assessed using state-of-the-art analytical tools.
Unsurprisingly, the surveys confirmed that lack of the food, water and shelter plagued the people of Michika most severely. With a sufficient number of surveys completed, the team was able to establish a baseline, or starting point, from which all future interventions and potential solutions could be
measured against.
Programming Recommendations
Create a Cooperative
Run and administered by local citizens, the coop would provide loans of food or money, put on educational seminars and track the health of residents.
Fund Our Work
Interested in helping out IMPL. Project in this region or anywhere else in the world where communities can benefit from our work? Consider making a donation to our cause or contact us about a specific project you have in mind!
