A rift between Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum and the Nigerian military is raising concerns about unity in the fight against insurgency.

The disagreement centers on differing views regarding progress in the counter-insurgency campaign in Nigeria’s northeast.

Governor Zulum has often criticized military strategies and alleged gaps in security coverage across vulnerable communities.

Observers fear that the tension could weaken cooperation between state authorities and the military, jeopardizing recent gains in the region.