By Nathaniel Zacchaeus, Abuja
The Senator representing Borno South in the National Assembly, Ali Ndume, has sympathised with the families of those who lost their lives in the recent Boko Haram attack in Sabon Gari village of Damboa Local Government Area, last Saturday.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) federal lawmaker commended the Nigerian Army for its resilience and pledged support for the victims.
Ndume stated this when he visited the Headquarters of the Nigerian Army’s Joint Task Force, North East, ‘Operation Hadin KAI’ in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.
The Defence Headquarters confirmed the development yesterday through a statement by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba.
Buba disclosed that “following a large-scale attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Sabon Gari Community in Damboa LGA, Borno, joint air and ground forces neutralised over 34 terrorists during firefights; however, six soldiers were killed in action during the encounter.”
Southern Borno, particularly areas like Mandara Mountain, Damboa, Biu’s Mandaga Garau, and parts of Ngulde and Ngwahi in Askira/Uba Local Government Area, has been grappling with persistent insecurity.
The challenges have prompted Senator Ndume, who represents the Southern Borno constituency, to intensify his engagements with military leaders to seek solutions.
According to Ndume, the visit was aimed at assessing the military’s efforts in combating insurgency and commending their dedication to protecting lives and property.
Ndume prayed for God to grant a swift recovery to those who sustained various degrees of injury during the latest encounter with terrorists.
During the visit, Senator Ndume held a closed-door meeting with Major General Waidi Shuaibu, the Theatre Commander of ‘Operation Hadin Kai.’
The discussion may be related to recent security breaches, including the attacks on Kauji, Wajirko, and Sabon Gari in Damboa Local Government Area in his constituency.
The Senator extended his sympathies to the Theatre Commander and the troops, acknowledging the complexities of the security situation and applauding their bravery in the face of adversity.
He said, “I deeply appreciate the unwavering commitment and sacrifices of our officers and soldiers in ensuring the safety of our communities. Your resilience is commendable, and we will continue to stand by you.”
Following his military engagements, the Senator visited victims of the recent Boko Haram attack in Sabon Gari, Damboa Local Government.
During the visit, he interacted with the affected constituents, empathising with their plight and offering moral and financial support to help them rebuild their lives.
