2025/10/10 by Fogbonjaiye, Seun Samuel
#Flood #Internal Displaced People (IDP) #Kogi State #Socioeconomic Status #Victims
paper · doi:10.82265/3bsn-wf80
Internal displacement caused by flooding in Kogi State, Nigeria, is a frequent occurrence that has impacted on the socioeconomic status of the citizens. This study aims to assess the socio-economic challenges among floods internally displaced persons in Kogi State, Nigeria. A quantitative cross-sectional research design was adopted by administering the Socioeconomic Challenges among Internal Displaced Persons due to Flood Questionnaire (SCIDPFQ) to 770 respondents. The findings show the extensive negative effects of internal displacement on physical well-being, health, including heightened susceptibility to illnesses, starvation, accidents and limited access to medical care. Demographic investigations reveal issues related to shelter and housing insecurity, food and water scarcity, disruptions in healthcare access, loss of livelihoods, and psychosocial challenges, while socio-economic bottlenecks include livelihood loss, education barriers, inadequate shelter, food insecurity, disrupted healthcare, and gender-based vulnerabilities. In addition, the psychological challenges experienced include trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, and social isolation. To address these issues and enhance future resilience, the study recommends constant promotion and creating awareness, making investments in robust infrastructure, offering psychosocial and mental health support, and motivating communities to develop adaptive and coping strategies. By lowering the impact of future floods and guaranteeing the safety and sustainability of the affected people, these steps will assist those who are impacted in leading more safely and sustainably.