DHQ confirms death of Brigade Commander in terrorist attack

DHQ confirms death of Brigade Commander in terrorist attack

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the death of the Commander, 29 Brigade of the Nigerian Army located in Benisheikh, Borno State.

The DHQ said Brigadier General Oseni Braimah was killed in Benisheikh while leading troops to thwart an attack on the Brigade headquarters on Thursday morning.

Michael Onoja, director of defence media operations, said in a statement on Friday that Braimah was killed alongside another officer and two soldiers.

It said Braimah’s “conspicuous bravery, personal leadership under fire, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of his troops reflect the highest ideals and traditions of the Nigerian military.”

“The AFN mourns deeply with the families, loved ones, and colleagues of these fallen heroes. Their courage will forever be etched in the history of the AFN.”

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede said the entire AFN stand with the families of the deceased in this moment of deep sorrow.

“Your loved ones were not ordinary citizens; they were extraordinary Nigerians who chose to stand between danger and the rest of the nation.

“Nigerians are further assured that the loss of these heroes will not diminish but rather fortify the resolve of the Armed Forces.

“Operations across all theatres will continue with even greater determination as a lasting tribute to the memory of those who have fallen.”

The Nigerian Army had earlier dismissed as highly exaggerated, entirely false, misleading, and devoid of credibility, reports from a section of the media claiming that 18 soldiers were killed in the attack.