From HASSAN JIRGI Maiduguri
Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum has paid a visit to victims of the Maiduguri-Damboa road bomb blast which occurred on Saturday.
The governor visited the injured who are currently receiving treatment at the State Specialist Hospital in Maiduguri.
Zulum sympathised with the victims and their families, describing the incident as painful and tragic.
He expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.
The governor, who directed that all victims of the attack should receive full and free medical services under the care of the Borno State government, also assured that his administration would continue to stand by the people in the fight against insurgency.
Addressing journalists shortly after the visit, Governor Zulum confirmed that eight persons lost their lives in the blast, while seven others sustained severe injuries and are undergoing intensive medical care, as 14 victims with minor injuries are expected to be discharged soon.
The governor called for continued resilience among residents and urged the military and other security agencies to intensify efforts to combat insurgency and secure major roads across the state.
