- Borno Governor Babagana Zulum claims individuals profiting from Boko Haram insurgency are obstructing efforts to achieve lasting peace in the region
- Zulum emphasizes the need for unity and support for security agencies to effectively tackle the ongoing Boko Haram menace
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has alleged that certain individuals benefiting from Boko Haram’s insurgent activities are obstructing efforts to end the crisis.
The Boko Haram insurgency, which has plagued Borno and other northeastern states for years, has claimed thousands of lives and displaced countless residents.
While progress has been made in reducing the group’s activities in recent years, the fight against Boko Haram is far from over.
In an interview with BBC Hausa, Governor Zulum expressed concern over those profiting from the prolonged conflict in the Northeast and Chad. He noted that such individuals are hindering the efforts to achieve lasting peace in the region.
“There are people who don’t want this insecurity to end because they will not be happy with that,” Zulum stated.
The governor acknowledged the progress made in combating Boko Haram but highlighted a worrying trend of the insurgents regrouping and returning to the region after being expelled from Chad.
He called for unity and support for security agencies to tackle the lingering menace effectively.
Despite his claims, Zulum did not disclose specific names or groups allegedly profiting from the insecurity.
The governor’s comments underscore the complex challenges in addressing the insurgency, which continues to affect the social and economic fabric of the Northeast region. His call for collective action emphasizes the need for cooperation among citizens and security operatives to restore peace.