Categories: Nigeria News

Boko Haram: I am incredibly devastated by these acts of violence – Osinbajo on Borno massacre

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo ha stated that he’s incredibly devastated over the recent massacre of farmers in Borno State.

Osinbajo said “Our hearts are with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attack on the farming community in Borno State

“We suffered a major tragedy when terrorists attacked the Borno Farming Community.

“As a brother, father and Nigerian, I am incredibly devastated by these acts of violence. The President and I acknowledge that we must continually review the conventional means of dealing with some of these security challenges, especially the randomness.

“I have spoken to Governor Babagana Zulum and former Governor Kashim Shettima. A lot more focus will be placed on local intelligence and community policing so we receive information quickly and react faster.

“Our hearts are with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attack on the farming community in Borno State. We will ensure justice is served.”

Ben Idah

Recent Posts

Latest update on fuel price hike, fuel scarcity for November 22nd, 2024

As Nigerians express their frustrations over the recent fuel price hikes by the Nigerian National…

60 mins ago

Full List of 80,000 delisted companies published by CAC

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has officially removed companies that failed to file their annual…

1 hour ago

Amended NDLEA Act: Senate approves life imprisonment for drug traffickers, rejects death penalty

The Senate on Thursday agreed with the House of Representatives' recommendation to replace the death…

1 hour ago

Monday Odigie steps down as Bendel Insurance coach

Monday Odigie, the coach of Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin, has resigned from his…

2 hours ago

Lewandowski reflects on missed Manchester United transfer

Robert Lewandowski has reflected on the time he nearly joined Manchester United in 2012, only…

2 hours ago

Okoye reflects on Super Eagles return after two years

Maduka Okoye has reflected on his first appearance for the Super Eagles in two years.…

3 hours ago