Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has donated N50 million to the family of the late Lt. Col. OC Okolo, who was killed during a Boko Haram attack at Mandaragirau in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State on February 16, 2026.
The Zulum’s spokesman, Dauda Illiya, revealed this in a statement on Saturday.
He stated that Zulum reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the families of officers and men who paid the ultimate price in defense of the nation.
He also noted that he would continue to visit the families of other personnel killed or declared missing in action in the ongoing military operations.
On April 10, 2026, the governor, represented by his Special Adviser on Security, Brig. Gen. Abdullahi Sabi Ishaq (retd.), made the donation at a service in Obinofia Ndiuno, Ezeagu Local Government Area, Enugu State.
According to Illiya, the monetary payment was made on behalf of the Borno State Government as part of Zulum’s continued assistance for the families of fallen heroes and those wounded in action during counter-insurgency operations.
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Representatives from the Borno state administration deliver a contribution to the family of the slain soldier in Enugu. Credit. Borno State Government
He stated that Zulum, on behalf of the Borno State administration and people, sent his profound sympathies to the departed family.
“My heartfelt condolences to the immediate family, friends, and colleagues of Lt. Col. Okolo on his painful demise,” Zulum said.
“Lt. Col. OC Okolo was a gallant, dedicated, and committed officer of the nation whose contributions will not be forgotten.”
He prayed for the peace of the soul of the departed and for God to provide his family the strength and fortitude to bear the sad loss.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Prof. Stanley Okolo expressed heartfelt appreciation to Zulum for the compassion and solidarity exhibited.
“The family members were particularly touched by this donation of N50m and the delegations sent from Maiduguri to attend the funeral service despite the short notice,” Stanley stated.
He also commended the chief of army staff and the general officer commanding the 82nd Division for sending representatives.
The funeral service was attended by the representative of the Chief of Army Staff, Brig. Gen. G.A. Suru; the Task Force Commander, 25 Brigade, Brig. Gen. I.P. Omoke, who represented the Theatre Commander of Operation HADIN KAI; members of NAOWA; and members of the host community.
