“We Will Not Abandon You” — Zulum Reassures Ngoshe Victims, Vows Stronger Security Response

“We Will Not Abandon You” — Zulum Reassures Ngoshe Victims, Vows Stronger Security Response

By Auwal Ahmad Umar 

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting vulnerable communities as he visited victims of the Ngoshe attack currently sheltering in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area.

The visit, aimed at restoring hope and strengthening resilience among displaced residents, follows the March 4 attack on Ngoshe, which forced many families to flee their homes.

Speaking to the displaced persons at Pulka Central Primary School, Zulum conveyed heartfelt sympathy and assured them that both the federal and state governments are intensifying efforts to secure the area and prevent further attacks.

“We share in your pain and remain fully committed to ensuring your safety. Measures are being reinforced to restore peace in Ngoshe and its environs,” he said.

The governor, who has now visited the victims for the second time, expressed concern over the security situation in Gwoza and reiterated that no effort would be spared in addressing emerging threats across the state.

He also pledged that those still in captivity would be rescued, while steps would be taken to rebuild homes and public infrastructure destroyed during the attack to enable safe return for displaced residents.

Zulum called on affected communities to continue supporting security agencies with credible information, stressing that local cooperation is key to defeating insurgency.

In a move to ease the hardship faced by the displaced population, the governor announced the immediate distribution of relief materials, including food and essential household items, to victims and their host community in Pulka.

“Support will reach every affected household. We understand your challenges and will continue to stand by you during this difficult period,” he assured.

On security strategy, Zulum revealed plans to meet with military commanders and other security stakeholders, including the Civilian Joint Task Force, hunters, and vigilantes, to strengthen surveillance and response operations in the area.

He noted that the ongoing fight against insurgency is being driven by coordinated efforts between security forces and local communities.

The governor was accompanied on the visit by Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, lawmakers, commissioners, and other government officials from Gwoza, underscoring a unified front in addressing the crisis.