Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum says security and humanitarian needs have consumed about 70% of the state’s budget over the past seven years. He makes the claim in remarks delivered on Thursday during meetings linked to United Nations support for Borno’s “model,” and the UN steering committee focused on mass departures.
The outlets report the same core figure and attribution to Zulum, but differ slightly in wording. One source describes the spending as “security and humanitarian needs,” while the other frames it as “security and other humanitarian services.” Both present the statement as an explanation for how state resources are being directed amid ongoing pressures in the region.
The reports do not provide additional breakdowns of the spending categories or specific budget figures by year. They also do not cite external verification or figures beyond Zulum’s estimate, focusing instead on his assessment to partners connected with UN response efforts.
