The humanitarian crisis in the Lake Chad Basin has escalated significantly, with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reporting nearly 1,800 security incidents and approximately 5,700 fatalities. This alarming situation highlights the deteriorating conditions in the region, prompting concerns about the ongoing conflict and its impact on local populations, according to ThisDay Live.

According to UN Women, the prevalence of sexual violence against women in Nigeria decreased from 9% in 2018 to 5% in 2024. This information was shared by Ms. Beatrice Eyong, the UN Women Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, during a recent event.

A report by Nextier has indicated that in May 2026, Nigeria experienced 279 kidnappings and 842 fatalities resulting from 156 violent incidents. These statistics highlight a deteriorating security situation in the country, according to the Nigeria Violent Conflicts Database.

Plateau State has raised concerns about a rise in human trafficking cases following the rescue of three women who were trafficked to Mali. The state is focusing on prevention measures and support for victims of trafficking.

The Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has linked the country's security issues to instability in the Lake Chad Basin, the Sahel region, and the Gulf of Guinea. He emphasized the necessity for innovative strategies to tackle the evolving threats during a lecture at the Nigerian Army Day Celebration 2026.

Nigeria is facing a regional security threat from the Sahel, compounding its existing challenges. The Armed Forces have been actively targeting terrorist groups in the North-East, dismantling criminal operations in the North-West, disrupting oil theft in the Niger Delta, and rescuing numerous kidnapped individuals across different areas of conflict.