IMPACT OF BOKO HARAM INSURGENCY ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DELIVERY IN BORNO STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract

Construction project delivery in conflict-affected regions is often constrained by security challenges. This study examines the impact of the Boko Haram insurgency on construction projects in Borno State, Nigeria, focusing on site accessibility, workforce safety, material supply, and institutional support. A descriptive survey design was adopted, with primary data collected through structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews of 70 purposively sampled stakeholders, including engineers, architects, project managers, contractors, consultants, and government officials drawn from a population of 233 using Yamane’s formula. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Likert scale analysis, presented as percentages, tables, and graphs. Findings indicate that insecurity significantly disrupts project delivery: 73.8% of respondents strongly agreed that access to sites is reduced, 76.9% that workers are reluctant to report due to security threats, 80.0% that insurgent activities slow progress, and 70.8% that military escorts are often required. Additionally, 64.6% strongly agreed that insecurity contributes to the use of inferior materials, affecting project quality. The study concludes that Boko Haram insurgency imposes substantial operational and logistical constraints on construction stakeholders in Borno State. Enhancing security coordination, improving institutional support, and adopting conflict-sensitive project management strategies are essential for improving project delivery in insurgency-affected regions.