The Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has released the sum of N10 million as relief package to wounded soldiers on battles ground in the state.
This was a fulfillment of pledge by Governor Zulum few months ago at a Sallah launch organised by the Army boss, 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.
In his words:“We are here to fulfill the pledge made by thee executive governor of Borno state, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum. You may recall that the governor was here on a Sallah day and he he expressed the commitment of the Borno state government to the welfare of our troops and pledged a donation of N10m to wounded soldiers. This morning, he dispatch us to come and deliver the gift,” Prof. Tar said.
Acknowledging the donation, the GOC 7 Division, Major General Peter Malla, appreciate Governor Zulum for the gesture.
According to GOC 7 Division “Let me on behalf of Theater Commander welcome you to 7 Division and I want to also express our appreciation to His Excellency for always supporting the military.”
