BREAKING NEWS: Nigerian President Honors Soldiers Killed in Borno Attack

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mourned the deaths of military personnel killed in a coordinated insurgent assault on a military base in Benisheikh, Borno State on April 9, 2026, describing the fallen as “unforgettable heroes” who paid the ultimate price defending their nation.

In an official statement, President Tinubu expressed profound sorrow over the loss of soldiers from the 29 Task Force Brigade of Operation HADIN KAI, which was targeted in the early-morning attack. The Defence Headquarters confirmed that troops engaged the assailants but suffered casualties during the counter-offensive.

Tinubu paid tribute to the courage and dedication of Nigerian troops, emphasizing that their actions helped prevent militants from overrunning nearby communities under military protection. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen, including the unit’s commander, Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah.

Calling for national solidarity, the president urged both the armed forces and the Nigerian public to remain resolute in the ongoing fight against terrorism. He also appealed to the media and citizens to refrain from narratives that could demoralize troops and instead support efforts to achieve peace and security across the country.

The attack underscores persistent security challenges in northeastern Nigeria, where militant groups continue to mount operations against military and civilian targets despite sustained counter-insurgency campaigns.