Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum on Saturday visited Darajamal, a community in Bama Local Government Area, to condole with families of the 63 people killed by Boko Haram insurgents on Friday night. The casualties included five soldiers and about 58 civilians.
![](https://thenigerialawyer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/idrinstitute.png")
![](https://thenigerialawyer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Basil-Momodu-Esq1.png")
The civilians had returned to Darajamal two months ago after being displaced by earlier insurgent attacks.
Visibly moved by the tragedy, Governor Zulum met with community leaders and consoled the bereaved families. Speaking to newsmen, he said, “We are here to commiserate with the people of Darajamal over what happened last night that has claimed the lives of many people. It is very sad. This community was settled a few months ago and they go about their normal activities, but unfortunately, they experienced a Boko Haram attack last night. Our visit is to commiserate with them and build their resilience.”
On the casualties, the governor confirmed, “At this moment we have confirmed that 63 people lost their lives, both civilians and military, although the civilian casualties are more.”
Governor Zulum also highlighted the challenges in combating insecurity and called for the immediate deployment of newly trained Forest Guards to complement the military in protecting vulnerable communities. He said, “We have to take note that the numerical strength of the military is not enough to cover everywhere. So far, so good; two sets of Forest Guards have been trained. Therefore, one of the solutions that we need to implement immediately is to deploy the trained Forest Guards to most of the locations that are vulnerable; they will protect the forest and communities.”
Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, representing Borno Central where Darajamal is located, condemned the attack, describing it as a crime against humanity.
“History of Rivers State Judiciary: A Compendium of Personalities on the Bench.” Authored by Ampim Gogo Blankson, Esq., Deputy Director at the Rivers State Ministry of Justice, in collaboration with the Rivers State Judiciary 💰 Cover Price: ₦20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand Naira) Bukky Law Books, Rivers State High Court Complex, Moscow Road, Port Harcourt – 📞 08034868754📞 08034729738📞 Enquiries: ______________________________________________________________________ Alexander Payne Co. Law Reports 
Contact & Orders 📞 0704 444 4777 | 0704 444 4999 | 0818 199 9888 🌐 www.alexandernigeria.com
______________________________________________________________________ [Now Available] -- From Crime Scene To Courtroom: An Authoritative Legal Handbook On Police Investigations
In this authoritative work, Basil Momodu Esq., titled Police Investigations in Nigeria Through the Cases 📖 Available now Call 07051822705 or any of the recommended independent booksellers listed hereunder. ______________________________________________________________________ [A MUST HAVE] Evidence Act Demystified With Recent And Contemporary Cases And Materials
