Boko Haram and its splinter faction Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) maintain operational presence across North-East Nigeria, including Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states. As of 2025 to 2026, Boko Haram's JAS faction has launched major offensives against ISWAP, recapturing significant territory in the Lake Chad Basin islands. Both factions target groups not compliant with their ideology.
Groups at risk include women in education or employment, LGBTQ+ individuals, Christians in affected areas, and those perceived as government collaborators. Subsidiary protection under Article 15(c) of the Qualification Directive may apply where there is a serious and individual threat by reason of indiscriminate violence. The EUAA 2026 country guidance confirms that state protection is generally unavailable in North-Eastern states where Boko Haram operates.
Expert witnesses provide current, case-specific analysis of the security situation and risk to individuals from affected areas. Reports address territorial control, faction dynamics between JAS and ISWAP, civilian targeting patterns, and the feasibility of internal relocation within or outside the North-East for the specific appellant profile.
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Who is at risk from Boko Haram and ISWAP in Nigeria?
Boko Haram and ISWAP target groups not compliant with their ideology, including women in education or work, LGBTQ+ individuals, Christians in affected areas, and those perceived as government collaborators. The EUAA 2026 country guidance confirms that state protection is generally unavailable in North-Eastern states where Boko Haram operates.
What is the current security situation in North-East Nigeria?
As of 2025 to 2026, Boko Haram's JAS faction has launched major offensives against ISWAP, recapturing significant territory in the Lake Chad Basin islands. Both factions maintain presence in North-East Nigeria. Expert witnesses provide current, case-specific analysis of the security situation and risk to individuals from affected areas.