The   Alumni Association of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (AANI), has said the one year performance of Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, in office is comparable to the achievements governors delivered in eight years.

The group stated this when it President and former Inspector-General of Police,ohammed Abubakar, led the executives and members on a solidarity visit to the Governor in Maiduguri on Monday, August 31, 2020.

According to the President, AANI visited Borno to show concern and support in solidarity, and also tell the world that the group is with the Governor since he is on the right path.

“In one year we have seen what you have achieved, our colleagues all over the country appreciate you. We appreciate the fact that your one year is just like 8 years in office. You are doing everything to achieve peace, and people are seeing it happening. You will succeed, by the grace of God.

“Our Association is deeply concerned with the security challenges facing the Borno State Government. We note with regret the recent upsurge in attacks by the insurgents.

“The military, and other security agencies are doing their best to contain the situation. They need our support, solidarity and prayers. May Almighty Allah bring a quick end to this very devastating situation.

“Your Excellency had been actively implementing projects and programme that will improve the lives of the good people of the State.

“You have within a short time achieved a lot in many areas, especially education and health which have a direct bearing on the well-being of the people of the State. Congratulations your Excellency. This is in keeping with the AANI’s motto: “Towards a better Society.””

The association also condoled with Zulum over the demised of his Chief of Staff, Late Dr Babagana Wakil in July this year, who was also a member of AANI.

“May I also take this opportunity to once again condole your Excellency on the death of your Chief of Staff and a member of our noble Association. May, Allah, grant him Aljannat Firdaus, Amin,” he said.

AANI is a national umbrella body of former participants of highly referred National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies in Kuru, Jos, North-Central, Nigeria. The school is attended by highly selected leaders and policy makers annually.