Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has donated the sum of N30 million to the family of the late army officer, Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Ebisingha Alari, who lost his life in the ongoing battle against Boko Haram insurgents in the Timbuktu Triangle recently.
This was made known in a statement by Zulum’s spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, which indicated that the donation was made personally to the wife of the late officer by the Governor on Saturday in Maiduguri.
According to the statement, Zulum extended his condolences to the family of Lt. Col. Alari and all others who have lost their lives fighting to restore peace in Borno State.
“Yesterday, we sent a high-level state government delegation to the funeral. However, I felt the need to personally extend my condolences on behalf of the government and people of the state,” Zulum said.
The Borno State governor added: “We are also presenting a token donation of N30m for his immediate family to purchase a house because I was told that Lt. Col. Alari didn’t own a personal house.
“I want to assure you that, apart from this, we will continue to offer support to you and the families of our fallen heroes who have put their lives in defence of our country.”
The presentation was made in the presence of the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Waidi Shuaibu, Sector 2 Commander, and Major General Chidiebere Ejike.
