The Boko Haram insurgency has had a devastating impact on human development in Northeastern Nigeria, particularly from the year 2014-2022. This study examines the responses of the Nigerian government and international stakeholders to the human development crisis caused by the insurgency. Using a thematic approach that combines insurgency and human development through a Marxist theoretical lens, this study reveals that Boko Haram's activities are a symptom of deeper societal contradictions and class struggle. The study utilized a qualitative research design, gathering data from Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, and Gombe States through in-depth interviews and purposive sampling. The findings indicate that the response to the crisis has been multifaceted, involving various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international organizations. While significant progress has been made in providing humanitarian assistance and promoting stability, challenges persist in ensuring accountability, transparency, and effective governance. The study recommends that the Nigerian government and other stakeholders should prioritize accountability and transparency in humanitarian response efforts to ensure that aid reaches those in need and is used effectively. Efforts should be made to address the underlying grievances fueling the conflict, including socio-economic disparities, marginalization, and radicalization.
Keywords: Boko Haram insurgency, human development, States, Northeast, Nigeria
