Zulum vows crackdown on terrorist informants amid renewed attacks in Borno

Governor Babagana Zulum has warned that individuals aiding insurgents in Borno State will be tracked down and prosecuted, describing them as enemies of the state.

Speaking during a statewide broadcast in Maiduguri on Thursday, Zulum said the government would no longer tolerate those providing shelter, intelligence, or logistical support to terrorist groups.

The warning comes amid a resurgence of attacks in parts of the state, raising fresh concerns about security despite years of counterinsurgency efforts.

Governor links fresh attacks to military pressure

Zulum described the recent spike in violence as a consequence of intensified military operations, which he said have displaced insurgents and forced them into civilian communities.

According to him, while the security situation has improved over the years, the insurgency is far from over and requires sustained efforts to address its root causes.

He, however, maintained that the situation remains under control, with coordinated responses already underway to counter the renewed threats.

Issuing a stern warning, the governor said informants and collaborators enabling terrorist activities would face the full weight of the law.

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“To those who feed them with information, shelter them, and provide support, your time is up. You will be hunted down and made to face the full wrath of the law,” he said.

He stressed that such actions undermine collective peace and security, insisting that the state would intensify efforts to dismantle support networks aiding insurgents.

Zulum called on residents to work closely with security agencies, noting that intelligence from local communities remains critical in combating insurgency.

“This fight is not the responsibility of the military alone; it is a collective effort,” he said, urging citizens to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities.

He also extended condolences to the families of security personnel and civilians affected by recent attacks, commending the role of the military, police, and local vigilante groups in ongoing operations.

Governor warns against politicising security challenges

Amid rising political activity in the state, Zulum cautioned political actors against exploiting the security situation for personal or partisan gains.

He urged leaders and aspirants to prioritise stability and unity, warning that political tensions could undermine the fragile peace achieved in recent years.

The governor also acknowledged the support of Bola Ahmed Tinubu in funding military operations, describing it as critical to sustaining counterinsurgency efforts.

The renewed concerns follow a series of coordinated attacks in Maiduguri earlier this week, which left multiple casualties and injuries across key locations, including the Monday Market area and a major hospital facility.

The incidents have reinforced calls for stronger collaboration between authorities and residents as the state navigates a critical phase in its security response.