 I therefore dedicate this title to my commanders and soldiers who showed strength in the midst of daunting challenges", he quoted.On August 2014, it was reported that he was among the sponsors of the deadly Islamic sect, Boko Haram alongside Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, the former Executive Governor of Borno State, Nigeria.This allegation was made by the Australian negotiator, Dr. Stephen Davis who has been working with the Nigerian Security Agencies in the rescue of the abducted "Chibok School Girls".