Borno: Army general feared killed in Boko Haram/ISWAP attack

The Brigade Commander of the Joint Task Force in Benesheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, Brigadier-General O. Braimah, has reportedly been killed in a Boko Haram/ISWAP attack on Thursday.

Earlier reports indicated that Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists invaded communities in the Gwoza and Kaga Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Borno State.

According to sources, the invasion targeted the communities of Pulka (Gwoza LGA) and Benesheikh (Kaga LGA).

Reports indicated that the attacks resulted in an unspecified number of casualties, including civilians, security personnel, and many of the insurgents.

Confirming the incident, the Chairman of Kaga LGA, Hon. Zanna Ajimi, said the Army General was among the casualties at the military base following the night-time assault.

He said, “Yes, we just left the military base now, and I can confirm to you that the brigade commander is among the casualties.”

A social media post by one Mallam Lawa Benesheikh said, “Innalillahi wa Inna’illaihin raji’un.

“Boko Haram has again, unfortunately, succeeded in eliminating the commanding officer of Benishiehk.

“This unfortunate incident occurred yesterday night when the insurgent stormed the military formation in numbers.

“May the souls of the fallen heroes rest in peace,” he said.

Details later…