Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, says his administration has taken at least one million children off the streets as part of efforts to rebuild lives disrupted by years of conflict.
He made the statement during the News Central Town Hall held in Borno on Thursday, which brought together community leaders, security agencies, and residents to discuss pressing issues facing the state.
According to a statement released Friday, June 20, by News Central’s Director of Commercial and Communications, Rosemary Egabor-Afolahan, the town hall served as a platform for stakeholders to air concerns, share ideas, and engage directly with government representatives.
“The Town Hall meeting served as a vital forum for residents to share their concerns, ideas, and experiences, while also providing an opportunity for leaders to engage with the community and address pressing issues,” the statement said.
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Speaking during the session, Governor Zulum highlighted the strides his government has made in the education sector despite security challenges.
“We have taken out from the streets nothing less than one million children, the statistics are there, the World Bank and the United Nations can give testimonies to what I said,” Zulum stated.
Other participants, including local leaders and affected citizens, also spoke about the challenges they continue to face since the insurgency began in the region.
Managing Director of News Central, Mr Kayode Akintemi, reassured the audience of the media house’s role in nation-building through responsible journalism.
“We will continue to contribute to the development of communities through accurate reporting and solutions journalism,” he said.