Zulum Hails Tinubu, Military Over Rescue of 360 Borno Captives

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian military for the successful rescue of 360 abductees from the Mandara Mountains, a known terrorist stronghold in southern Borno State.

 

In a statement issued on Sunday through his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, Zulum described the operation as a major success and a testament to the effectiveness of intelligence-driven military operations against insurgency in the North-East.

 

The governor said the rescue of hundreds of men, women and children held captive by terrorists has restored hope to affected communities and reinforced confidence in ongoing efforts to restore peace and security in the region.

 

“I wish to express my profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Chief of Army Staff, the Theatre Commander of Operation HADIN KAI, officers, and soldiers who participated in this highly successful operation,” Zulum said.

 

“Their gallantry, professionalism, and sacrifice have once again demonstrated the unwavering commitment of our Armed Forces to protecting innocent citizens.”

 

He also praised members of local communities for their cooperation and support, which he said contributed significantly to the success of the operation.

 

According to the governor, the rescue underscores the importance of collaboration among security agencies in combating terrorism.

 

“The rescue of 360 abductees from the Boko Haram stronghold is a significant achievement. It underscores the effectiveness of inter-agency collaboration and the determination of our security forces to ensure that no citizen is abandoned in the hands of insurgents and terrorists,” he stated.

 

Zulum reaffirmed the Borno State Government’s commitment to supporting the military and other security agencies through logistics and other forms of assistance to sustain gains recorded in counter-insurgency operations.

 

He also urged residents of Mussa in Askira-Uba Local Government Area to remain hopeful regarding efforts to secure the release of abducted schoolchildren from the area.

 

The governor called on residents across the state to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies and continue providing credible information that could aid ongoing operations against terrorists and other criminal elements.

 

The rescue operation was carried out by troops of Operation HADIN KAI as part of ongoing military offensives aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves and restoring stability in the North-East.