(DDM) — The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Umara Zulum, has assured displaced residents of Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area that efforts are ongoing to restore peace and enable their safe return home.
Zulum made the assurance during his second visit to Pulka, where victims of recent attacks from Ngoshe are currently taking refuge under difficult humanitarian conditions.
The governor urged the displaced persons to remain resilient, emphasizing that both the state government and security agencies are intensifying operations to stabilise the affected communities.
During the visit, Zulum engaged directly with the displaced residents, offering words of encouragement and reaffirming his administration’s commitment to their safety and welfare.
He also supervised the distribution of relief materials, including food items and essential supplies, to both the displaced population and members of the host community in Pulka.
Officials said the intervention aims to ease the hardship faced by victims while strengthening support systems within host communities accommodating them.
Zulum had earlier visited the victims shortly after the attack on Ngoshe, where he sympathised with affected families and pledged swift action to address the security situation.
The governor reiterated that efforts are ongoing to secure the release of individuals abducted during the attack, while also working to prevent further incidents.
Community leaders who spoke during the visit expressed appreciation for the government’s continued support, though they called for more robust security presence to enable safe return to their homes.
Security agencies, according to the governor, are already reviewing strategies to reinforce operations in the area and protect vulnerable communities from further threats.
The situation in Ngoshe reflects broader security challenges in parts of Borno State, where insurgent activities have continued to displace residents and disrupt livelihoods.
Humanitarian observers warn that prolonged displacement could worsen living conditions for affected families, particularly women and children who are most vulnerable.
Zulum, however, maintained that restoring normalcy remains a top priority, urging unity and cooperation among residents as the government works to rebuild affected communities.
As efforts continue, displaced persons in Pulka remain hopeful that improved security conditions will soon allow them to return home and rebuild their lives.
