Borno Gov Gives N40m To Families Of CJTF Members Killed In IED Attack
The Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has announced that his administration will provide N40m to the families of eight Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) members who were killed in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack along Dikwa-Marte Road in the state.
Each family will receive N5m as immediate assistance to cater to their basic needs.
The governor made this known during a condolence visit to the families of the fallen heroes in Fezzan ward of the metropolis on Thursday.
Zulum also announced that the state government will provide full scholarships to the children of the deceased CJTF members.
Zulum described the deceased as martyrs who made ultimate sacrifices in defence of their communities, assuring that their bravery would never be forgotten.
“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.
“The government of Borno State will also provide full scholarships to children of the deceased members of the CJTF.
“For those without children, we will extend support to other family members,” he said.
He 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, Abdullahi Askira; the APC state chairman, Bello Ayuba; Permanent Secretary, Government House, Mustapha Ali Busuguma; and other government officials.
Borno Gov Gives N40m To Families Of CJTF Members Killed In IED Attack is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
