Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has donated ₦50 million to the family of the late Lieutenant Colonel O.C. Okolo, who lost his life during a Boko Haram attack at Mandaragirau in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State on February 16, 2026.
The governor recently made a similar intervention, donating ₦150 million to the families of three military officers who died in separate attacks across the state.
Governor Zulum reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to supporting families of officers and men who paid the ultimate price in defence of the nation. He assured that he would continue to visit families of other personnel killed or declared missing in action.
The governor, represented by his Special Adviser on Security, Brigadier General Abdullahi Sabi Ishaq (Rtd), made the donation during the funeral service held in Obinofia Ndiuno, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State on April 10, 2026.
“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 repose of the soul of the deceased and for God to grant his family strength to bear the loss.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Prof. Stanley Okolo expressed deep appreciation to Governor Zulum for the compassion and solidarity shown.
“The family members were particularly touched with the cash donation of N50m and delegation sent from Maiduguri to attend the funeral service despite the short notice,” Stanley stated.
The funeral service was attended by representatives of the Chief of Army Staff and other senior military officers.
