Borno gov tqsks Nigerian govt following Boko Haram drone attack

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has called on the Federal Government to conduct an urgent and comprehensive review of Nigeria’s air safety and defence systems.

The appeal came on Friday in Mafa town, following a reported drone attack by Boko Haram terrorists on a military formation, highlighting an alarming escalation in the group’s operational capabilities.

Speaking to journalists, Zulum expressed deep concern over the emergence of drones as a tool for non-state actors. He noted that the successful deployment of a drone against a key military installation exposed a significant vulnerability in Nigeria’s airspace security.

“One thing I want to comment on is the issue of drones. This is frightening. In Dikwa, I was told drones were used. The proliferation of drones, particularly in the hands of non-state actors, is of great concern for the entire country. We have to do something to stop the rampant use of armed drones,” the governor said.

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Zulum stressed that the threat extended beyond Borno State, representing a direct challenge to national security. He urged the government to strengthen both border control and airspace capabilities to mitigate the risk posed by armed drones.

“This is the right time for the security architecture to thoroughly look into strengthening the capability of our airspace to curtail the use of armed drones by terrorists,” he said.

While commending the Nigerian Armed Forces for their efforts, the governor also appealed to citizens to collaborate with security agencies by reporting credible information about suspicious activities in their communities.

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