October 12, 2025Open Access

Post-Conflict Urban Redevelopment and Flood-Resilient Infrastructure in Maiduguri: An Evidence-Based Analysis

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Successful urban redevelopment enhances flood resilience, integrating various structural and non-structural measures.
Key evidence shows the urgency following the Alau Dam collapse, which resulted in 37 deaths and 414,000 displaced.
This observational analysis focuses on Maiduguri's recovery post-Boko Haram insurgency, incorporating the needs of displaced persons.
The findings suggest that coordinated efforts fill crucial gaps in urban planning and climate adaptation, aiding recovery.

Abstract

This study examines post-conflict urban redevelopment and flood-resilient infrastructure development in Maiduguri, Nigeria, following over a decade of Boko Haram insurgency. The September 2024 Alau Dam collapse, which killed at least 37 people and displaced 414,000 residents, demonstrates the urgent need for integrated approaches combining post-conflict recovery with climate resilience. The analysis reveals that successful redevelopment requires coordinated implementation of structural measures (upgraded drainage systems, flood barriers), non-structural interventions (early warning systems, land-use planning), and institutional capacity building, while integrating the needs of approximately 300,000 internally displaced persons into sustainable urban planning frameworks.

Post-Conflict Urban Redevelopment and Flood-Resilient Infrastructure in Maiduguri: An Evidence-Based Analysis

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