President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Maiduguri as part of a one-day official visit to Borno.
The presidential jet landed at the Nigerian Air Force wing of the Maiduguri International Airport.
The president was received by Governor Babagana Zulum, his Deputy, Usman Kadafur, members of national and state houses of assembly, and some top government officials.
Other dignitaries that received the president were the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Farouq Yahaya, the Theatre Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, Major General Christopher Musa, heads of security agencies, community and religious leaders.
The Commissioner of Information, Babakura Abba-Jatau, said that Borno Governor Babagana Zulum, was honoured to welcome the President.
According to him, the visit of President’s was in recognition of open affection and love for Borno which is demonstrated in his relentless and sincere commitment to the fight against insurgency in spite of challenges in the midst of many victories.
