Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has promised to provide scholarship for children of the slain Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) members that lost their lives along Dikwa-Marte road.
Eight members of the Force were tragically killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack along the road on Tuesday.
The governor also announced an immediate assistance of N5 million to each of the bereaved families to cater for their basic needs.
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Zulum made the announcement on Thursday during a condolence visit to families of the fallen heroes in Fezzan ward of the metropolis.
“I want to announce an initial assistance of N5 million to be given to each of the families to take care of their immediate needs,” Zulum stated.
“Government of Borno State will also provide full scholarship to children of the deceased members of the CJTF. For those without children, we will extend support to other family members,” he added.
He described the victims as martyrs who made ultimate sacrifices in defence of their communities, assuring that their bravery would never be forgotten.
Governor Zulum prayed for the repose of their souls and urged their families to bear the loss with strength and fortitude.
The governor was accompanied on the sympathy visit by the deputy speaker of Borno State House of Assembly, Hon. Abdullahi Musa Askira; APC state chairman, Hon. Bello Ayuba; Permanent Secretary Government House, Barr. Mustapha Ali Busuguma, among other government officials.
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