Ambushed Brigade Commander, Leads Troops Back To Base After Successful Operation
The Brigade Commander who was ambushed by ISWAP/ Boko Haram terrorists while on routine patrol with troops in the Sambisa Forest has returned to base with his men.
The Brigade Commander who was ambushed by ISWAP/ Boko Haram terrorists while on routine patrol with troops in the Sambisa Forest has returned to base with his men.
Brig. Gen.M. Uba was ambushed alongside the troops of 25 Task Force Brigade, who were on patrol to secure communities around Wajiroko in Azir Multe, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.
"The troops came under sudden and heavy insurgents fire while returning from an otherwise successful patrol within the fringes of Sambisa Forest.
"The patrol team comprising members of Civilian Joint Task Force, CJTF, however, courageously fought through the insurgents ambush and mines with superior fire power, forcing them to withdraw in disarray, thus abandoning their mission."
A statement signed by Lt Col
Appolonia Anele, noted that, "During the encounter two brave soldiers and two heroic CJTF members paid the supreme price while on active service to the nation." Commending the troops for their gallantry, the Army high command commiserated with families and associates of the deceased gallant officers for their heroic sacrifice to the nation.
The Army Headquarters also debunked the fake narrative going round some online media platforms, alleging the abduction of the Brigade Commander.
"The general public is hereby advised to disregard the fake news regarding the incident while praying for the continuous success of our gallant service men and women.
"The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lt Gen. Waidi Shaibu, salutes the uncommon bravery, resilience and sacrifice of the gallant troops who have continued to operate in one of the most dangerous theatres of conflict on behalf of our dear nation.
"Their unflinching commitment, even in the face of grave danger, remains a powerful reminder of the daily sacrifices being made by our gallant service men and women to keep Nigeria safe.
ISWAP had ambushed the troops, using mines. Gen Una who was earlier declared missing was later reported found, and a reinforcement was sent to bring him back.
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