By Adenuga Toheeb Ayoola
The Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (retd.), alongside the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, on Tuesday, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s resolve to end terror and restore peace in the North-East, as they paid tribute to soldiers killed in action during counter-insurgency operations in Borno State.
The ministers arrived at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri with senior military officers, including the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Maj Gen Abubakar Abdulsalam, where wreaths were laid in honour of the fallen personnel.
Earlier, they visited Governor Babagana Zulum and sympathised with the state over a recent bomb blast that claimed 23 lives and injured 108 others.
During the visit, Musa assured that the Federal Government would sustain efforts to end terrorism in the region.
He said, “Borno remains our home and whatever happens to Borno happens to all of us. We want to assure you that we will not relent until there is total peace.
“Mr President is determined to give the necessary support to the members of the Armed Forces and other security agencies in achieving that aim.”
He also commiserated with victims of the attack and offered prayers for the deceased.
“We commiserate with all those who have lost their lives and properties in the bomb blast a fortnight ago. We pray to God for His mercy on their souls,” he said.
Responding, the Deputy Governor, Umar Kadafur, who represented the governor, commended the Armed Forces for their role in stabilising the state,saying "We cannot thank you enough for your sacrifice. As a state, we sympathise with you over the loss of your soldiers from attacks in various locations across the state.”
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