Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has confirmed that recent terrorist attacks on villages in Chibok Local Government Area have displaced 74 households, killed five people, and injured two others.

Zulum made this known during a security council meeting held on Friday, as disclosed in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Prof. Usman Tar.

The governor expressed concern over the scale of destruction caused by the insurgents.

He said, “five churches, market stalls, and properties worth millions of naira were destroyed during the attacks on Bamzir, Njilang, Shikarkir, and Yimirmugza villages.”

Zulum condemned the rising of terrorism in the Borno South Senatorial District, calling for enhanced military action to address the threat.

“There is a firm grip on the security space by our gallant forces, but some areas require enhanced tactical measures to address existing gaps,” he said.

Describing Chibok as a symbol of resilience and recovery, Zulum vowed that the terrorists would not succeed in derailing the progress made in the state.

“The terrorists are attempting to derail our progress, but we will not let them succeed,” he said.

The governor assured residents that his administration was working closely with security agencies to strengthen military operations in the region.

“We are shifting strategies from a defensive to an offensive posture,” he said.

Zulum also called on communities to remain united and resilient, urging residents to work together in the face of threats.

Terrorists attack displace 74 households in Chibok, kill 5