Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has strongly condemned the recent wave of attacks carried out by Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) across various communities in the state.
In a statement issued Tuesday by his spokesperson, Dauda Illiya, the governor extended his condolences to the victims of the attacks, reaffirming the state government’s unwavering commitment to collaborating with the Federal Government, the military, and security agencies to address the persistent security challenges in the region.
Zulum specifically expressed sympathy to the families affected by a deadly improvised explosive device (IED) attack along the Maiduguri-Damboa Road, which claimed the lives of at least two travellers, as well as other assaults in Marte, Chibok, Gwoza, Kala Balge, and surrounding areas.
“The recent surge in attacks will not deter our resolve to tackle the scourge of the 16-year-long insurgency,” Zulum said. “I urge the people of Borno to remain resilient and prayerful. This is a partial eclipse — and we shall overcome it, Insha Allah.”
“These acts of terror are deeply condemnable,” the governor continued. “The recent tragic loss of our education staff, gallant troops, and innocent civilians is a painful reminder of the challenges we continue to face.”
Reaffirming his administration’s stance, Zulum added, “I am more determined than ever to support the military, security agencies, and our volunteer forces in the fight to end terrorism and insurgency in our state.”
The statement also highlighted Zulum’s recent visit to Gwoza, where he met with military personnel and members of the Izge community as part of broader efforts to strengthen local resilience and reinforce the protection of lives and property.
The latest attacks come as Borno continues to grapple with renewed assaults by insurgents, despite ongoing counterinsurgency operations by Nigerian forces and allied security operatives.
