VOICED : The grave diggers of Maiduguri: burying Boko Haram and the past

In northeastern Nigeria, Maiduguri's cemetery has witnessed the impact of Boko Haram's violence. Gravediggers faced immense challenges, burying numerous bodies daily. With a counterinsurgency, the situation has improved, but gravediggers still endure poor conditions and seek recognition. Cultural burial practices continue, and the community hopes for a better future.

What was the main challenge faced by gravediggers in Maiduguri during the peak of Boko Haram's violence?

• Danger from armed gunmen

• Opposition from local authorities

• Insufficient burial materials

• Lack of burial space

How did the counterinsurgency efforts impact the workload of the gravediggers?

• Had no impact

• Made their work illegal

• Decreased their workload

• Increased their workload

Where did Boko Haram relocate after leaving the city?

• To the mountains

• To the bush

• To neighboring countries

• To the coast

What is one of the main grievances of the gravediggers regarding their work conditions?

• Lack of proper tools

• Too many working hours

• No recognition or support

• High taxes on their earnings

What is the traditional burial custom mentioned in the transcript?

• Bodies are buried at sea

• Bodies are washed and wrapped in a shroud

• Bodies are buried in coffins

• Bodies are cremated