Borno State Governor, Babangana Zulum has mourned the death of nine villagers, killed during an attack on Malamfatori in Abadam Local Government Area of the state.
It was gathered that some suspected Boko Haram Terrorists, invaded Malamfatori town on Saturday.
INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the criminal elements also injured other members of the community.
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Reacting to the unfortunate incident on Sunday, Governor Zulum, who was represented by the state’s Commissioner for Local Government and Emirates, Sugun Mele during a visit to the affected town, condoled with families of the victims, making cash donations to them.
He assured them that state government will continue to take adequate measures to ensure their safety and the protection of the town.
The Governor also commended Nigeria military for their commitment and gallantry.
He said: “We are here at the instance of His Excellency, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, who is out of the country on an official assignment to condole with the people of Malam Fatori over the recent unfortunate attack.
“He assured that the Borno State government and the military will do everything possible to secure the town.
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“Malam Fatori is one local government area that we are committed to ensuring its stability because of its strategic importance, urging the people to be more resilient and prayerful to avert future incidents.
“Let me warn against colluding with Boko Haram, as we will seek divine intervention from the Holy Quran; anyone found collaborating with the insurgents to bring harm or attack to the people of Malam Fatori will be cursed.
“Already, Borno State government had resettled 2,000 households, and the government is planning to resettle another 3,000 households soon, making it 5,000 households,” Tar announced.
“Let me assure the people that the state government is poised to provide necessary security arrangements, providing the necessary resources and security to consolidate their stay in their homeland.”
