Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has called on the Federal Government to conduct an immediate and comprehensive review of the nation’s air safety and defence mechanisms.
Zulum made the call on Friday in Mafa town following a disturbing incident in which Boko Haram terrorists deployed a drone to attack a military formation in the state, signaling a dangerous escalation in the capabilities of the terrorist group.
The governor, while briefing journalists, expressed concern over the emergence of this new threat.
He stated that the successful use of drones by the terrorists to target a key military asset exposed a critical vulnerability in Nigeria’s airspace security.
“One thing I want to comment on is the issue of drones. This is frightening. In Dikwa, I was told drones were used.
“The proliferation of drones, particularly in the hands of non-state actors, is of great concern for the entire country. We have to do something to stop the rampant use of armed drones,” Zulum said.