The Influence of the Boko Haram Menace on the Nigerian Economy



This
paper examines the influence of Boko Haram menace on the Nigerian economy. The word
“boko haram” has become a household name spanning across various newspapers. It
is also synonymous with insecurity, death, hostility and all social and moral
vices having its negative tolls on various aspects of the Nigerian economy. This
paper delves into the history, origin and the emergence of Boko Haram.  It enumerates the various attacks stating
their specific dates and venues of incidents as well as their resultant
effects, now and future. This paper serves as a means of documentation of the
present state of events in the country for the present and upcoming scholars,
politicians, educators and all stake holders in bridging loopholes that can
disrupt peaceful coexistence among individuals irrespective

of
their differences
.