Boko Haram: The Worst Is Over – Gov Zulum Declares During Meeting With COAS

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Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, says Boko Haram insurgents have been significantly weakened in the state, insisting that “the worst is over” in the long-running conflict.

Zulum made the declaration on Wednesday during a meeting with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Shuaibu Waidi, at the Government House in Maiduguri.

“The worst is over” — Zulum

The governor acknowledged recent attacks on communities and security personnel but maintained that the scale and frequency of incidents have drastically reduced compared to previous years.

“Yes, we have witnessed a series of attacks on our communities and the security forces, but the worst is over,” he said.
“We shall continue to collaborate and provide the needed intelligence to our security forces to bring this madness to an end.”

Zulum emphasized that the path toward peace is becoming clearer and urged residents to continue supporting the military and other security agencies, stressing that ending terrorism requires collective effort.

“The frequency and scale of attacks on our communities then were overwhelming. Today, while we grieve any single setback, we can also see that the worst is indeed behind us. The trajectory is towards peace, and we are committed to sustaining it,” he added.

Governor commiserates with military

Zulum paid tribute to Nigerian troops battling insurgents in the state and condoled with Army leadership over recent losses suffered in the line of duty.

“On behalf of the government and people of Borno State, I wish to reiterate that we stand with the officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Armed Forces. We will not take their sacrifice for granted,” he said.

COAS Waidi pledges enhanced logistics support

Responding, Lieutenant General Waidi expressed appreciation for the Borno State government’s continuous support to the Army and assured that the military high command will strengthen logistics supply for troops in the theatre of operations.

“I want to most sincerely, on behalf of the officers and men of the Nigerian Army, extend our appreciation to His Excellency for visiting us at a time like this,” the COAS said.
“From the Army headquarters, we will provide all the necessary resources needed to ensure they achieve their mission.”