The Defence Headquarters has confirmed that terrorists and military personnel were killed during a coordinated attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State.
In a statement on Thursday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Michael Onoja, said the attack occurred around 12:30 a.m. on April 9, 2026, when insurgents tried to breach the military installation’s perimeter.
He noted that troops of Operation HADIN KAI, led by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, responded with “exceptional courage, professionalism, and superior firepower,” forcing the attackers to retreat.
“The attack is a sign of the desperation of terrorist elements who, having suffered significant losses in recent operations, continue to launch futile offensives against well-defended military positions,” the statement added.
The DHQ acknowledged casualties among troops, stating that “a few brave and gallant soldiers… paid the supreme price in the line of duty,” and extended condolences to their families.
It also confirmed that clearance operations are ongoing to track fleeing insurgents and prevent regrouping, emphasizing that the Armed Forces of Nigeria remain resolute in the fight against terrorism.
The incident comes amid a series of attacks in the region that have claimed the lives of residents and security personnel.
