Zulum increases his delivery of relief provisions in Borno, as the fuel subsidy removal hardship.

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, represented by his Deputy, Hon. Umar Usman Kadafur, in alignment with the current administration's efforts to alleviate the difficulties faced by the populace due to the removal of fuel subsidies, introduced the distribution of relief packages to 11 districts and 270 divisions within the Biu Local Government of Southern Borno.

Since the elimination of fuel subsidies and the resulting economic challenges, Zulum's administration has remained committed to ameliorating the immediate communities across the state.

Hence, the Deputy Governor disclosed that households in the 11 districts and 270 divisions of Biu are set to receive the relief packages. He emphasized that well-defined plans have been put in place to ensure efficient distribution to all recipients, and he urged the public to cooperate and maintain peaceful conduct during the distribution process.

Kadafur stated, "Every local government in Borno State will partake in the allocation of relief packages, as directed by the federal government, aimed at easing the challenges posed by the subsidy removal."

Furthermore, the Deputy Governor inaugurated 300 housing units developed by the Borno State Government as part of the initiative to resettle individuals displaced due to the prolonged insurgent activities. The gesture is anticipated to benefit numerous Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Gur, Mandara Girau, and Buratai. He assured that more housing units will be constructed in the near future.

During the commissioning ceremony, the Commissioner of the Ministry of Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement, Engineer Ibrahim Idriss, explained that the 300 semi-detached houses, each containing two single rooms, will accommodate two households each.

In his welcome statement, the Caretaker Chairman of Biu Council, Alhaji Sule Ali Yimi, praised the leadership of Prof. Zulum and the Borno State Government for the various developmental projects in Biu. He expressed optimism about forthcoming initiatives.

The Emir of Biu, His Royal Highness, Mai Mustapha Umar Mustapha II, also conveyed appreciation to the governor and his deputy, Umar Kadafur, for their dedication to the welfare of the people of Biu and the entire Emirate Council. The council includes Hawul, Biu, Bayo, Kwaya Kusar local government areas, and other communities, acknowledging the government's significant contributions.

Following the ceremony, the Deputy Governor and his delegation paid a visit to the Emir's palace, seeking his blessings.

Source: BOGH