Evaluating The Resilience of Internally Displaced Persons in Addressing Modern Slavery in IDP Camps in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria

• Author(s): Uguru Wisdom Ibor (ASS. Prof.); Musa Garga
• Paper ID: 1719523
• Page: 736-750
• Published Date: 08-07-2026
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 10 Issue 1 July-2026
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV10I1-1719523

Abstract

Modern slavery remains a critical yet underexplored challenge within Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Nigeria. This study evaluates the resilience of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in addressing modern slavery within informal camps in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nigeria. Drawing on primary data from 400 respondents, it examines demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, prevalent forms of exploitation, awareness levels, and resilience strategies. Findings reveal high self-perceived resilience (69.0%reporting very or somewhat resilient) and confidence (87.0%), primarily through social networks (33.0%) and religious practices (30.0%). Chi-square analyses confirm significant deviations from uniform distributions (p<0.001across variables), high lighting reliance on relational and spiritual coping mechanisms over economic or informational strategies. However, structural vulnerabilities poverty, low education, and ineffective protection systems perpetuate risks of forced labour, sexual exploitation, and trafficking. The study concludes that while IDPs exhibit remarkable agency, systemic interventions are essential to dismantle root causes. Recommendations emphasise livelihood programmes, rights-based education, community-led protection, and enhanced institutional accountability to empower IDPs and combat modern slavery effectively.

Keywords

Modern Slavery, Eternally Displaced Persons, FCT, Resilience, Nigeria

Citations

IRE Journals:
Uguru Wisdom Ibor (ASS. Prof.), Musa Garga "Evaluating The Resilience of Internally Displaced Persons in Addressing Modern Slavery in IDP Camps in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 10 Issue 1 2026 Page 736-750 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV10I1-1719523

IEEE:
Uguru Wisdom Ibor (ASS. Prof.), Musa Garga "Evaluating The Resilience of Internally Displaced Persons in Addressing Modern Slavery in IDP Camps in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 10, no. 1, Jul. 2026, doi: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV10I1-1719523

APA:
Uguru Wisdom Ibor (ASS. Prof.), Musa Garga (2026). Evaluating The Resilience of Internally Displaced Persons in Addressing Modern Slavery in IDP Camps in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 10(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV10I1-1719523

MLA:
Uguru Wisdom Ibor (ASS. Prof.), Musa Garga "Evaluating The Resilience of Internally Displaced Persons in Addressing Modern Slavery in IDP Camps in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 10, no. 1, Jul. 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV10I1-1719523

BibTeX

@article{1719523,
author = {Uguru Wisdom Ibor (ASS. Prof.), Musa Garga},
title = {Evaluating The Resilience of Internally Displaced Persons in Addressing Modern Slavery in IDP Camps in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2026},
volume = {10},
number = {1},
pages = {736-750},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1719523.pdf},
abstract = {Modern slavery remains a critical yet underexplored challenge within Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Nigeria. This study evaluates the resilience of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in addressing modern slavery within informal camps in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nigeria. Drawing on primary data from 400 respondents, it examines demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, prevalent forms of exploitation, awareness levels, and resilience strategies. Findings reveal high self-perceived resilience (69.0%reporting very or somewhat resilient) and confidence (87.0%), primarily through social networks (33.0%) and religious practices (30.0%). Chi-square analyses confirm significant deviations from uniform distributions (p<0.001across variables), high lighting reliance on relational and spiritual coping mechanisms over economic or informational strategies. However, structural vulnerabilities poverty, low education, and ineffective protection systems perpetuate risks of forced labour, sexual exploitation, and trafficking. The study concludes that while IDPs exhibit remarkable agency, systemic interventions are essential to dismantle root causes. Recommendations emphasise livelihood programmes, rights-based education, community-led protection, and enhanced institutional accountability to empower IDPs and combat modern slavery effectively.},
keywords = {Modern Slavery, Eternally Displaced Persons, FCT, Resilience, Nigeria},
month = {July}
}