The Defence Headquarters has announced that troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade, led by Commander Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, successfully repelled a coordinated terrorist attack on the Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State.
In a press release signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, the military disclosed that the attack occurred at approximately 12:30 am (0030hrs) on Thursday, 9 April 2026, when insurgents attempted to breach the defensive perimeter of the military installation.
According to the statement, troops responded with exceptional courage, professionalism, and superior firepower, forcing the insurgents to retreat in disarray.
“This attack is a clear indication of the desperation of terrorist elements who, having suffered significant losses in recent operations, continue to resort to futile and ill-fated offensives against well-defended military positions,” the release read.
The DHQ noted that the swift and decisive response by troops underscores the high level of combat readiness, resilience, and operational effectiveness of Operation Hadin Kai in safeguarding critical locations across the North-East theatre.
However, the military confirmed that the encounter resulted in the loss of a few brave soldiers who paid the supreme price in the line of duty.
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede, honoured their heroism, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to the defence of the nation.
“Their courage will forever remain a source of pride and inspiration to the Armed Forces of Nigeria and the entire nation,” the statement added. “The High Command extends its deepest condolences to their families and loved ones.”
The DHQ appealed to the public and media to allow the Armed Forces to formally notify the next of kin before further details are released. The military also urged citizens to disregard misinformation and unverified content circulating on social media.
Additional clearance and exploitation operations are ongoing in the general area to track and neutralize fleeing insurgents, the statement concluded.
The general public is encouraged to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding as security forces sustain momentum in ongoing operations.
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