Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum says the setback suffered by the military in Mainok community where Boko Haram killed some soldiers during an attack on Sunday will not deter the government in its efforts to ending insurgency.
The governor said this in a statement by his spokesperson, Isa Gusau.
Zulum calls on the military to remain resolute, and urged Federal Government to continue to support an equip the military in order to quickly brought the challenges of terrorism to a quick end.
The governor said he was “seriously disturbed by the incident in Mainok, “especially given the fact that the insurgents have ceaselessly operated along Maiduguri-Damaturu road, impacting on the safety of travelers and residents.”
He conveyed empathy and condolences to the families of soldiers that died during the attack.
Zulum said: “Regardless of what happened in Mainok and how it happened as we collectively review the incident, we must first, and importantly, recognize that those soldiers who lost their lives at the weekend were fellow Nigerians.
“They were soldiers of our armed forces who chose out of love for our country, to risk their lives in trying to keep us as safe and to protect the sovereignty of our country. We mourn these heroic soldiers and anyone caught at the unfortunate setback in Mainok.
“We salute these fallen soldiers for their immeasurable sacrifices and we pray for the repose of their souls. We mourn with the families of these soldiers; we share their grief.”