Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has pledged to strengthen security along the Maiduguri–Mafa–Dikwa–Ngala highway to ensure safe movement and revive commercial activities.
Governor Zulum made the pledge during a visit to the headquarters of the 24 Task Force Brigade in Dikwa Local Government Area, where he met Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Aminu Gumel.
He said improved security along the strategic economic corridor would facilitate transportation, agricultural activities and cross-border trade.
The Governor also addressed troops preparing for deployment to Maiwa and Koshebe communities, assuring them of continued logistical and welfare support.
As part of the support, he announced a cash incentive of N50,000 for each soldier preparing for deployment to the two communities.
Governor Zulum reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working with the military to consolidate security gains, facilitate the safe return of displaced persons and restore economic activities.
The Governor was accompanied by the member representing Monguno, Nganzai and Marte Federal Constituency, Engineer Bukar Talba; Dikwa State Constituency representative, Mohammed Zakariya; and Commissioners for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar, and Local Government and Emirate Affairs, Sugun Mai Mele
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