Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has approved the release of N10 million as relief package to soldiers wounded in battles in Borno.
The package is the fulfillment of a pledge by Zulum two months ago at a sallah lunch organised by the Chief of Army Staff, Major General Taoreed Lagbaja.
Borno State commissioner for information and internal security, Professor Usman Tar, assisted by the permanent secretary, Government House, Barrister Mustapha Ali Busuguma, delivered the governor’s gift to the GOC 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Peter Malla, at the 7 Division headquarters in Maiduguri yesterday.
“You may recall that the governor was here on a sallah day for an event, during which he expressed the commitment of the state government to the welfare of our troops and pledged a donation of N10m to wounded soldiers. This morning he dispatched us to come and deliver the gift.” Prof. Tar said.
The governor also expressed commitment to continuous support in complementing the federal government on logistics support and improving troops’ welfare. He commended the military for the protection of the territorial integrity of Nigeria and maintaining peace in Borno.
Receiving the donation, the GOC 7 Division, Major General Peter Malla, expressed appreciation to the governor for the gesture.
He said; “Let me on behalf of the Theater Commander welcome you to 7 Division and express our appreciation to His Excellency for always supporting the military.”
He assured on sustaining the relative peace enjoyed in Borno by eliminating remnants of insurgents who insist on fighting.
