Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, recently announced a significant achievement by his administration: the removal of approximately one million children from the streets. This declaration was made during a News Central’s town hall meeting held in Borno, an event that brought together residents, stakeholders, and security operatives to discuss the state’s progress and ongoing challenges. Governor Zulum attributed this remarkable milestone to concerted efforts in education and various social intervention programs.

During the meeting, Governor Zulum specifically stated, “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.” This claim underscores the scale of the state’s commitment to addressing the issue of out-of-school and street children, aiming to provide them with better life opportunities through rehabilitation and rebuilding initiatives.

The town hall meeting served as a crucial forum for open discussion and community engagement, drawing key stakeholders and participants from across Nigeria. It provided a platform for community members to voice their concerns, share experiences, particularly those who have struggled since the onset of conflict in the state, and engage directly with leaders. In turn, state leaders, including Governor Zulum, outlined strategies and achievements in key areas such as security and education, reinforcing the administration’s dedication to improving living conditions and fostering stability.

News Central’s initiative to host this town hall meeting reaffirmed its commitment to community development and informed civic discourse. The Borno edition marked a continued effort by the media outfit to facilitate critical conversations directly with the people, thereby promoting sustainable change and addressing pressing issues across Nigeria.