Brigade Commander Killed in Boko Haram Attack on Borno Military Base
A Brigade Commander of the Joint Task Force in Benesheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, Brigadier General O. Braimah, has reportedly been killed following an attack on a military base by Boko Haram insurgents.
According to local sources, the attack occurred late at night when heavily armed terrorists stormed the military formation in large numbers, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire.
The Chairman of Kaga Local Government Area, Zanna Ajimi, confirmed the incident, stating that the senior officer was among those killed during the assault after a visit to the base.
Reports indicate that the attack also resulted in casualties among soldiers, while several insurgents were said to have been neutralised during the confrontation. However, the exact number of casualties on both sides remains unclear.
Security sources say the situation is being assessed, while efforts are ongoing to stabilise the area following the attack.
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