War Against Boko Haram: Gov. Zulum Presents 35 Patrol Vehicles, Motorcycles To Gwoza Community

War against Boko Haram: Gov. Zulum presents 35 patrol vehicles, motorcycles to Gwoza community

By Madu Mohammed Maiduguri

Governor, Babagana Zulum of Borno state, has presented 35 patrol vehicles and motorcycles to enhance the operational capabilities of the military and youth volunteers in Izge town of Gwoza local government area of the state.

The patrol vehicles and motorcyclesn was aimed at improving mobility for local security volunteers, enabling them to respond swiftly to threats and support military operations in their community..

Governor Babagana Zulum approved the release of the vehicles on Friday during an assessment visit commended the Nigerian military and the local community for their gallantry in repelling recent insurgent attacks.

“I am here to examine the situation on ground and find out from you what your real problems are so we can address them,” Zulum Said.

“We are optimistic that insha Allah we shall never lose again, I want to commend the military not withstanding some of the comments made by some people including myself. When we said we have started witnessing a resurgence of Boko Haram, that doesn’t mean we are belittling the Nigerian military, we are just stating the reality so that we can come together to address the looming crisis, so that we shouldn’t lose ground.”, he said.

“We shall do everything possible insha Allah to ensure Izge is not displaced. I want to commend the people of Izge; they are gallant and resilient. We will do whatever it takes to maintain law and order in Izge. Tell us what is supposed to be done, and we shall do it.”, he added.

The Governor, Said, the 5 Toyota Hilux and 30 motorcycles, among other operational logistics was to facilitate their mobility and operational capability.

Zulum also revealed plans for gradually resettling displaced communities, assuring residents of continued government support to restore peace and stability.

The Governor said that several communities, including Ashigasha, Warabe, Guduf, Wala, and many other smaller villages, will be resettled.

Zulum was accompanied on the visit by the member representing Gwoza at the state House of Assembly, Abdullahi Buba Abatcha, Head of Service, Dr Muhammad Ghuluze, Commissioner for Local Government and Emirates Affairs, Sugun Mai Mele, Permanent Secretary, Government House, Mustapha Ali Busuguma, Chief Adviser to the Governor, Dr Mairo Mandara, among other officials.