Governors, former military President Ibrahim Babangida and other Nigerians have hailed President Muhammadu Buhari and troops for routing out terrorist-sect Boko Haram from its last stronghold in the Sambisa Forest also known as Zero Camp, at the weekend.

President Buhari at the weekend announced the takeover of the Forest by the military. He described the fall of the camp after an offensive by troops as the “final crushing of Boko Haram”.

Babangida saluted the courage and determination of the President ,the military and other security personnel for their sacrifice which guaranteed the liberation of Sambisa Forest.

He paid tribute to fallen heroes who made the supreme sacrifice in their efforts of keeping the nation from aggression while urging the military to unveil a new strategy that will totally defeat insurgents, terrorists, armed bandits and cattle rustlers all over the country.

Adamawa State Governor Muhammadu Bindow lauded the success recorded by the military and called for more support to enable the security agencies subjugate the insurgents.

Represented by Information Commissioner Ahmad Sojoh, Bindow said the success at Sambisa was a cheering news to Nigerians, particularly the Northeast people, who were worst hit by the Boko Haram insurgency.

Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom also attributed the capture of Sambisa forest to the support given the troops by President Buhari.

The Governor lauded the resilience and bravery of officers and men of the military, saying: “Our beloved gallant troops have once more demonstrated what they are known for. We are proud of them and we salute their determination and courage”.

The Northern Youth Leaders Forum (NYLF) has said the fall of Sambisa Forest and defeat of the Boko Haram terrorists will revive the economy in the Northeast.

The forum also raised the army for its resilience and sacrifices that led to the victory over the insurgents.

Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar lll, has hailed the Federal Government and Nigerian Army for the capture of Sambisa Forest from Boko Haram terrorists.

The Sultan made the commendation in Gusau at the closing ceremony of the 20th Zamfara State Annual Qur’anic Recitation Competition, saying the capture of Sambisa forest from Boko Haram was historic and a great success.

He called on Muslims to continue to pray for peaceful coexistence in the country, adding that they should cooperate with all the tiers of government to move the country forward.