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Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno state has declared Monday a day of voluntary fasting and prayer across the state.

The governor made the announcement during a statewide broadcast in Maiduguri on Saturday

He pledged to strengthen the volunteer forces, improve intelligence gathering at the community level, and early warning systems, as part of a commitment to address the menace.

“In recent months, I have held extensive consultations with our federal partners and the leadership of various security agencies. I am pleased to inform you that the collaboration between Borno State and the Federal Government is stronger than ever.

“Together, we are working on comprehensive strategies to strengthen our security architecture, enhance intelligence sharing, and equip our security agents with the necessary tools to confront the threats before us,” Zulum stated.

The governor restated President Bola Tinubu had given an assurance to tackle the surge in the security challenges head-on.

“Indeed the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all the Service Chiefs have given us assurances that they will do everything possible within their reach to bring to an end the current insecurity that we are facing in the state.

“we shall also strengthen our volunteer forces, comprising the CJTF, hunters, and vigilantes, and bolster our community intelligence gathering and early warning systems as part of our commitment to ing the security agencies. Let me warn against colluding with these armed groups, either individually or as a community, as they are our collective enemy,” he assured.

The governor expressed commitment to address the water scarcity being experienced in parts of Maiduguri metropolis which was caused by the 10th September catastrophic flood disaster.

“Fellow citizens, I am aware of the ongoing water scarcity affecting parts of Maiduguri, Jere, and surrounding areas. This situation is a direct consequence of the destruction of major pipelines during the catastrophic floods of last year. Let me reassure you that my istration has been working tirelessly to restore the affected infrastructure. I appeal for your patience and understanding as we finalise efforts to fully re-establish the water supply system,” he assured.

“We are fully aware that the road to lasting peace is not an easy one. But with unity, perseverance and faith, we shall all overcome it insha Allah. I call upon all stakeholders, our traditional rulers, religious and community leaders, and indeed every citizen to hands with us. Together, we can secure our communities, restore normalcy, and ensure that Borno thrives once again.

On the disturbing rise in criminal activities within the metropolis, the governor announced the reconstitution of the Anti-Social Vices Committee, tasked with tackling all forms of violent crime. “We will not allow criminal elements to destabilise the progress we are making, insha Allah”.

In the statewide broadcast, Zulum noted that the spiritual act of seeking devine intervention would strengthen the unity and renew the resilience of the people.

“In light of our current security challenges, I am calling on all residents of Borno State to unite in a collective act of faith and solidarity. This Monday, I am inviting you to me in a voluntary day of fasting and prayer for peace to reign in Borno State, the Northeast and indeed the entire country. Let us come together to seek divine guidance, healing, and peace for our state.

“Fasting is more than a personal spiritual act; it is a communal expression of our shared hope. Through prayer and reflection, we can strengthen our unity, renew our resilience, and restore our collective purpose.

“I encourage each of you to participate fully in this day of fasting. Let us pray for the safety of our families, the progress of our communities, and the lasting peace in our state and the country at large,” he said.

The governor expressed condolences to the Nigerian Armed Forces over the recent loss of personnel and prayed for the families of the fallen.

https://dailytrust.com/insecurity-zulum-declares-monday-fasting-prayer-day/

Hmmmmm

Na fasting and prayers America take kill Osama bin laden or na fasting Israel day use eliminate Hamas terrorists? They called this country a zoo some people picked offense.

If they do it genuinely it will work, Jesus says it can only be done by fasting and prayer

Eje ki agbadura. Let us pray. I am not just laughing, Nlfpmod, but wailing inside.

God doesn't hear the prayer of hypocrites

Nigeria and mumu leaders na 5 and 6

He should ban islam in the state and see security improve drastically

The governor is joking.
I wonder what is holding tinubu from declaring State of emergencies where necessary.
I thought the failure of a president is in love with military rule.

I thought this one is a professor..
Prayer ontop prayers while looting and not doing enough to pratically stop the madness, is nothing but nonsense

What a country Ibrahim tiore na man you be the thing way Nigeria is fighting for 20 years na him you handle under two weeks.

Zulu11zulu:
What a country Ibrahim tiore na man you be the thing way Nigeria is fighting for 20 years na him you handle under two weeks.

Wail beloved nation.

IP0B Borno state chapter







Seat at home!

Nigeria 🇳🇬 is just blessed with useless leaders, from top to bottom!

Rubbish!..

If insurgency persists for more than 24hours in a country, the Government is involved.

Sanni Abacha.



GOD WILL JUDGE ALL OF THEM.

Infact I have lost my respect for this man.

Hehehe.

I overrated this governor before now.

What is really wrong with our leaders in Nigeria. We all know the right thing to do,but we keep on hiding under religion and playing politics with people's lives.

No declare curfew nd fight this idiot dey play

E no go better for this man

Israel gets attacked
Iron dome air defence activated
20 F-35 war jets fly to bomb terrorists..
Soldiers with advanced military equipment and technology.

Saudi gets attacked
Patriot Air defence system activated.
13 Fighter jets target terrorist spot and eliminate them.

Israel= founders of christianity
Saudi= founders of islam

Now let's look at Nigeria with imported Christianity from Israel Terrorist attack nigerians.
They begin to pray and shout blood of Jesus. God help me.

Northerners with imported islam from Arabia Terrorist attack muslims in north. Gov. Calls for praying and fasting. Rehabilitaion of terrorists.

When the founding fathers of these 2 religions have more sense than those the Africans that adopted the religion.

And you wonder why White people see you all as Monkeys..
Trump said it is a SHIT HOLE
They know black race has not yet evoloved. And we keep proving them right...

A zoo will always be a zoo. Using religion and fasting to deceive their gullible followers. I'm sure China and America also used fasting and prayer to eliminate terrorists. In fact, Israel is currently using fasting and prayer to eliminate Hamas terrorists. Mugus!

Zulu11zulu:
What a country Ibrahim tiore na man you be the thing way Nigeria is fighting for 20 years na him you handle under two weeks.

they're benefitting from it so how do you expect it to stop?

Security is a priority

Imagine ISRAEL opting for fasting and prayers while hoping for God to defeat its enemies for them...By now, Israel would have gone extinct!!...

These so called leaders in this part of the globe will never seek for prayers and fasting while with the intention of LOOTING and TRYING TO LOOT from the nation's treasury....They would rather go ahead with the swipe without looking back.....No time!!.......

Lolz. When he should be meeting with Stakeholders of the TERRORIST... THE DEMON dey all created

. If government is serious about solving insecurity, let Tinubu the commanding officers in the field directly instructing them that he doesn’t want to hear about this terrorists again in the next 24 hours…

I bet you that these people will run away from Nigeria. But government will not do it because they’re the sponsors of these terrorists allegedly

Confused governor, prayers doesn't stop terrorism. The people doing the prayers will end up radicalising the the people been prayed for.

Also tell us how much you have budgeted for the stupid fasting

Very nonsense Governor, northerners and backwardness

I said religion was minimum of 50% of Nigerias problem… I think that’s too nice to say

Religion is at least 90% of Nigerias problem

All the murderers, kidnappers, corrupt citizens and leaders, police, EFCC people, DSS, ritualists, bandits belong to either Islam or Christianity and they all go to churches and mosques
Many of them are even church and mosque leaders

Nonsense, another trash

dynicks:
Imagine ISRAEL opting for fasting and prayers while hoping for God to defeat its enemies for them...By now, Israel would have gone extinct!!...

Isrealis na video vawulence oOoOO 🤣😂😅