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Borno Govt ‘Goes Spiritual’, Declares Statewide Fast To Tackle Insecurity, Economic Hardship

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Feb 16, 2024.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Borno State Government has announced a one-day statewide fast scheduled for Monday, February 19. This initiative aims to seek divine intervention regarding the escalating costs of food items and the increasing occurrences of landmine explosions along major roads in the state.

Governor Babagana Zulum made this announcement during a statewide broadcast on Friday, expressing both concern and determination to tackle the current challenges facing the state.

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“I am deeply troubled by the recent hardships faced by our citizens, particularly the high cost of food items,” Zulum said, adding “I understand the burden that this places on families and individuals,” he said.

The governor continued, “I want to assure you that we are taking decisive steps to alleviate this issue,” explaining, “Our government is focusing on reviving agriculture in the state, intending to increase food production and reduce our reliance on food palliative.”

He said the state government would be investing in modern farming techniques, providing support to local farmers, and creating incentives for agricultural innovation.

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“By doing so, we hope to not only lower the cost of food items but also to create sustainable livelihoods for our people, ” he believed.

“We have taken far-reaching decisions to mitigate the rising cost of the essential goods. In addition to our efforts in agriculture,” the governor said, adding, “We are also working on increasing the distribution of palliatives especially for residents in MMC and Jere.”

Speaking on the increasing spate of landmine explosions on major roads across the state, Zulum said, “It is with great concern that I address the recent planting of mines on major roads by some miscreants.

“These cowardly acts have not only threatened the safety of our citizens but have also hindered the movement of goods and services essential for our state’s development.”