Medical and Human Rights of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Selected Jurisdictions: The Jurisprudential Diagnosis of the Lessons and Prospects for Nigeria.

Abstract

Internally displaced persons (IDPs) face significant medical and human rights challenges in various jurisdictions. This study examined the experience of IDPs in Kenya, Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Cameroon, and Ethiopia to highlight the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the medical and human rights needs of IDPs, with a focus on context-specific solutions and community-led initiatives. The study recommended that IDPs’ concerns, including the need for medical care and human rights protection¸ can be addressed if robust legislation and implementation strategies are put in place. The research further recommended that, in addition to the current legal framework, more robust legislation on medical and human rights should be enacted and implemented to address common health and human rights challenges faced by the IDPs.