Gov. Zulum presents relief materials to families of slain fishermen

Gov. Zulum presents relief materials to families of slain fishermen

The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, presented relief materials to families of the 30 fishermen killed by terrorists at Mukdolo village, Ngala Local Government Area of the state on Wednesday.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the governor said the gesture is to support the deceased families during the mourning period and assured them of further assistance.

READ ALSO: ISWAP terrorists murder 26 fishermen in Borno

Recalled that the affected fishermen from Dikwa LGA had gone fishing in the village, but were ambushed and killed by terrorists.

A statement from the spokesman for the governor, Isa Gusau, on Saturday, said Mr Zulum met with the bereaved families at the palace of the Emir of Dikwa, Ibrahim El-Kanemi.

“On behalf of the government and people of Borno, I am here to extend our sympathy to you over the killing of our brothers who had gone to earn a living.

“I urge you to take solace from the Almighty Allah, as He alone can take life. We pray that their souls shall rest in eternal peace,” Mr Zulum said.

Responding on behalf of the families, the Shehu of Dikwa appreciated the governor for his concern and commitment to the welfare of the people.