Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno has authorized the release of N10 million as a relief package for soldiers injured in battles in the state.
This fulfils Governor Zulum’s pledge made two months ago at a Sallah event organized by the Chief of Army Staff, Major General Taoreed Lagbaja.
Borno State Commissioner of Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman A Tar, delivered the Governor’s gift to the GOC 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Peter Malla, at the 7 Div headquarters in Maiduguri on Saturday, August 19 2023.
“We are here to fulfil the pledge made by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum.
“You may recall that the Governor was here on a Sallah day for an event, during which he expressed the commitment of the Borno State Government to the welfare of our troops and pledged a donation of N10m to wounded soldiers,” Prof Tar said.
The Governor also affirmed that there will be continuous support in complementing the Federal Government in providing logistics support and improving troops’ welfare.
He commended the military for the protection of the territorial integrity of Nigeria and for maintaining peace in Borno.
The GOC 7 Division, Major General Peter Malla, received the donation and expressed appreciation to Governor Zulum for the gesture.
“Let me, on behalf of Theater Commander, welcome you to 7 Division and want also express our appreciation to His Excellency for always supporting the military,” Major General Malla said.
