{
  "id": 11846860,
  "title": "Gov Inuwa: Boko Haram weakened, not defeated",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/gov-inuwa-boko-haram-weakened-not-defeated",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T04:17:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/gov-inuwa-boko-haram-weakened-not-defeated/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has asserted that while Boko Haram has been considerably weakened, the insurgency has not been entirely defeated. This assessment was made during the 13th meeting of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) in Maiduguri. Governor Inuwa emphasized that despite previous successes, Boko Haram continues to launch attacks and that new threats like banditry and communal conflicts have emerged. He also highlighted that the ongoing insecurity has left numerous citizens displaced and unable to return to their homes safely.\n\nThe governor pointed out the persistent challenges in developing crucial infrastructure projects such as the Mambilla hydropower project, regional railway connections, and broadband expansion. Additionally, he stressed the continuing issues of inadequate healthcare and education in the region. Looking back on the formation of the North East Governors’ Forum (NEGF) in Gombe in March 2020, Governor Inuwa explained that the group was established due to the overwhelming challenges that no single state could address alone. These challenges include insecurity, banditry, cross-border crime, infrastructure deficiencies, energy crises, and humanitarian crises.\n\nDespite the significant hurdles, the governor acknowledged that the forum has made considerable strides in various sectors, including infrastructure, energy production, economic development, human capital growth, and security. He highlighted the Kolmani exploration project as a promising opportunity, but cautioned that its potential must be realized through legal mining that benefits the local population rather than funding criminal activities. Furthermore, Governor Inuwa addressed the human capital challenges, urging his fellow governors to maintain a realistic view of the situation. He noted that a large number of children remain out of school and that health indicators continue to be among the worst in the country. He stressed that the issues they aimed to tackle in 2020 remain unresolved.\n\nThe NSGF meeting held historical significance as it is anticipated to be the last gathering of the forum before the 2027 general elections. Five of the founding governors from Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, and Yobe will conclude their two-term mandates soon. The assembly served as a vital platform for reviewing their achievements, reflecting on their challenges, and preparing for leadership transitions.",
  "summary": "Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has declared that despite notable regional achievements over the past six years, Boko Haram insurgency remained weakened but not defeated. The Governor, who is also Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), said this during the 13th meeting of the forum in Maiduguri on Saturday. “Boko Haram has […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}