BY: ABDULKADIR M LAWAN, MARCH 14, 2025/ 03:27PM
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has donated operational vehicles, motorcycles, and housing units to the Nigerian Police Force and Nigerian Army.
The donation, presented on Friday, consists of 110 operational vehicles, 500 motorcycles, and 280 housing units.
The police received 60 vehicles, while the army got the remaining 50, along with the 500 motorcycles. The housing units are exclusively for the police.
In his remarks, Gov. Zulum emphasized that this support aims to strengthen the state's security architecture, enhance security personnel operations, and boost their morale.
The governor called on the security operatives who received the support to deploy the items received to all critical locations in the state according to the need analysis.
He commended the efforts of all security operatives in the state in ensuring peace is fully restored to the state.
He assured his continued commitments to addressing the security issues affecting the state.
The governor noted that all divisional police officers (DPOs) in the state will benefit from the support.
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, praised the governor's gesture, stating that the donated items will significantly enhance their operations against terrorism, enable efficient patrolling, and facilitate prompt responses to emergencies.
He assured the governor that the items will be deployed immediately to ensure the safety and security of Borno State residents.
He thanked the governor for the support and assured their commitment for continued partnership with the state government.
'We will put what we got into proper use with immediate effect, we will not disappoint you,' he assured.