VOICED : The Nigerian border village on the edge of Cameroon's separatist conflict

In November, Cameroon separatists attacked a Nigerian village, killing five, including the local chief. Shaban Ticari, a regional government head, has called for increased security forces. The attack highlights a new threat at Nigeria's eastern border. The governor of Taraba State has requested military support to counter the separatists. The attack left 21 people missing, and 30 Cameroonians fled to Nigeria. The conflict in Cameroon's English-speaking regions has displaced over a million people, with 70,000 refugees in Nigeria. Nigerian soldiers patrol the border, but the military is overstretched due to conflicts with jihadists and armed gangs. Ticari's request for more support may not yield results, leaving locals to fend for themselves.

What event triggered the call for increased security at Nigeria's eastern border?

• A natural disaster

• A separatist attack

• An economic crisis

• A political election

How did the villagers react during the attack by the separatists?

• They organized a counter-attack

• They negotiated with the attackers

• They sought help from neighboring countries

• They hid in the bush and river

What has been the impact of the conflict on the population in Cameroon's English-speaking regions?

• Increased economic growth

• Mass displacement of people

• Improved diplomatic relations

• Decreased military presence

What illegal action did Cameroonian troops reportedly take last October?

• Formed an alliance with local gangs

• Crossed into Nigeria

• Declared a ceasefire

• Seized Nigerian resources

What is one of the major challenges faced by the Nigerian military?

• Lack of international support

• Overstretched resources

• Technological advancements

• Internal political disputes