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Borno commissioner retracts ‘finger-breaking’ comment, apologises to residents

Borno State Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation, Youth, and Sports, Hon. Saina Buba, has publicly retracted a controversial statement he made during a community engagement event. The remark, which suggested taking action against individuals who 'show us a finger,' sparked public backlash and concerns about potential threats to civil liberties. In a meeting with journalists, Buba clarified that his comments were not meant to be taken literally and emphasized that they did not reflect the policies or values of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or Governor Babagana Umara Zulum's administration. He apologized for any offense caused and reiterated the administration's commitment to upholding democratic principles and protecting citizens' rights, particularly those of the youth.

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Borno commissioner retracts ‘finger-breaking’ comment, apologises to residents

Borno State Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation, Youth, and Sports, Hon. Saina Buba, has publicly retracted a controversial statement he made during a community engagement event. The remark, which suggested taking action against individuals who 'show us a finger,' sparked public backlash and concerns about potential threats to civil liberties. In a meeting with journalists, Buba clarified that his comments were not meant to be taken literally and emphasized that they did not reflect the policies or values of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or Governor Babagana Umara Zulum's administration. He apologized for any offense caused and reiterated the administration's commitment to upholding democratic principles and protecting citizens' rights, particularly those of the youth.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the commissioner's retraction and apology, emphasizing the official stance that the remarks did not align with the administration's values. While the incident itself is politically sensitive due to its implications for governance and civil liberties, the报道中

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