Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has assured the people of his commitment to providing support to strengthen security along the 135-kilometer Maiduguri–Mafa–Dikwa–Ngala road. This strategic economic corridor connects Maiduguri to several communities in eastern Borno and serves as a vital route for trade, transportation, and cross-border commercial activities. The governor gave the assurances during a visit to the headquarters of the 24 Task Force Brigade in Dikwa Local Government Area.
The border links several communities along the corridor to markets and facilitates the movement of agricultural produce, essential commodities, and other goods. Improving security along the route would help residents travel safely, trade, and rebuild their livelihoods. Governor Zulum's administration has consistently supported military operations with logistics and welfare assistance as part of efforts to improve security and help displaced residents return to their communities.
During his visit, Governor Zulum met with the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Aminu Gumel, and addressed troops preparing for deployment to Maiwa and Koshebe villages. He pledged to provide operational logistics and sustain welfare support to the troops. The governor also announced ₦50,000 support to each soldier preparing for deployment to the two communities.
Governor Zulum's visit aimed at exploring measures to strengthen security along the strategic economic corridor. He emphasized the importance of securing the region to revive trade and improve livelihoods. The governor was accompanied on the visit by several senior government officials, including the member representing Monguno/Nganzai/Marte Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Engr Bukar Talba.
The 135-kilometer Maiduguri–Mafa–Dikwa–Ngala road has been a vital route for trade and commerce in the region. However, the 17-year insurgency in the state has disrupted economic activities and made travel along the route unsafe. Governor Zulum's pledge to strengthen security along the road is expected to boost trade and improve livelihoods in the region.
Governor Zulum's administration has made significant efforts to improve security in the state. The governor has consistently provided logistics and welfare assistance to the military to support their operations. The ₦50,000 support to each soldier preparing for deployment is part of the governor's efforts to sustain welfare support to the troops.
The governor's pledge to strengthen security along the Maiduguri–Mafa–Dikwa–Ngala road has been well-received by the people of Borno State. The move is expected to revive trade, improve livelihoods, and ensure safe travel along the strategic economic corridor. The governor's commitment to improving security in the state is part of his efforts to rebuild and stabilize the region after 17 years of insurgency.
Key points
- Governor Zulum pledges to provide ₦50,000 support to each soldier preparing for deployment to Maiwa and Koshebe villages.
Reporting sources
- The Guardian · The Guardian
