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While retreating, the ISWAP terrorists burned two trucks belonging to the Borno State Ministry of Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, and Resettlement and killed four labourers.

by Muhammad Ali


Four vigilantes have been killed and four soldiers declared missing after terrorists attacked a military base in Mayenti, a town in the Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.

The attack occurred a day after the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) posted a video of the execution of Samaila Uba, a Nigerian Army brigadier-general.

On Monday night, security sources told our reporter that ISWAP fighters rode on motorcycles into Mayenti in an attempt to overrun the facility.

The town, located near Dara Jamal—the scene of a massacre that claimed over 60 lives in September—is a hotspot of terrorist activities.

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai repelled the insurgents, killing several terrorists. However, four civilian joint task force members were also confirmed dead after the battle.

While retreating, the ISWAP terrorists burned two trucks belonging to the Borno State Ministry of Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, and Resettlement and killed four labourers.

The assault came hours after the Chief of Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, left Borno, and shortly after the release of the video of Mr Uba’s killing.

The general, who had escaped a terrorist ambush on Saturday, lost contact with his troops while awaiting a rescue mission. Unfortunately, the terrorists found and killed him.


Concerns over rising insecurity

The twin attacks have sparked new concerns over Nigeria’s capacity to confront the insurgency, particularly following American President Donald Trump’s recent remarks on the security situation in the country.

Citizens have voiced outrage over the brigadier-general’s death and are demanding decisive action to eliminate terrorists across the North-east and the country.

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum had urged the federal government to procure more drones and adopt technology-driven surveillance to fight the insurgents.

He similarly challenged the military to run coordinated attacks on the insurgents when he received the new Chief of Air Staff last Monday.

He called for a coordinated military approach involving the Air Force, Navy, and Army that targets the Lake Chad area, especially Sambisa Forest and the Mandara Mountains.

He similarly called on the federal government to increase funding for the military and the Multi-National Joint Task Force, and urged Nigerians to unite in ending the insurgency.

Governor Zulum spoke shortly after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar described the renewed insecurity, especially the killing of the Brigadier General, as a serious security threat.

He asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take the necessary steps or resign, stressing that Nigeria cannot continue on its current path.

The renewed attacks came weeks after the appointment of new service chiefs.

Military speaks on renewed commitment
During his visit to Borno, just a week after a similar visit by the Chief of Army Staff, the Chief of Air Staff, Mr Aneke, assured the governor that the Nigerian Air Force remains committed to improving air-ground coordination, strengthening intelligence operations, and protecting civilians while combating terrorism.

He reaffirmed the force’s dedication to working with the state government and other security agencies to achieve lasting peace and stability in Borno State.

Sani Uba, the Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, North-east Operation Hadin Kai, did not respond to calls or reply to a message sent to his mobile number.

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Wrong time for anybody to enlist into the Nigerian army...

Unless you want to volunteer yourself to be used as suya....

Does anyone knows where El-Rufai is?

There is no government in Nigeria.

Tjra:
Does anyone knows where El-Rufai is?

Is El-Rufai chasing you in the dream?

Opolo eyes man is only interested in politics. 'Security of lives' can go to hell.

Is there really a President in Nigeria?

Unfortunately,. All our troops are in the south east manning hundreds of military check points.

Tinubu and his Defection Progressive Congress have abandoned governance for defection

The Zoologist failed to maintain the zoo. What else do we expect? APC cannot tamper with the agenda. No true muslim does.

The gates of hell is opened in nigeria.

Borno politicians, past and present, using their people to play chess.

Now one is vice.

Tjra:
Does anyone knows where El-Rufai is?

Sheikh Gumi's brother and partner in BH

I just don't want to believe this everyday killing not real cos the government is not doing anything about it... No reasonable or tangible measures to curb these evil activities being carried out almost everyday... Habah!!!... It's better make Trump come now oo

So, no Iswap dey Reign and hot now?

MALOS SLAUGHTERING MALOS

Nawa O

Almighty God Help us

Why can't the government just end this guys once and for all than all this rehabilitation nonsense

Awon christian genocide gang no go see this one o

Chai.

Una bad

Make I call them..

Yarimo
Madridguy
Legendhero
Wizardofng
Otipoju

Abeg come oooo..

At least the NIGERIA you claim to love is being destroyed by your masters.

chiagozien:

And pple are still supporting this government,
Bro,this country is out of the world

Some people still call this jungle a zoo....

Joining the Nigerian Army at this time, is suicide mission.

Stop peddling rumors..
Nigeria is APCstically peaceful 😂

Those who sees politics as everything will understand life is not a good thing lol lose violently.

this recurring tragedy underscores a critical need for a paradigm shift in our security strategy. We must move beyond reactive measures and build a proactive, technology driven defense system.

This is where the Need for a Drone Command Center comes in

The vast and rugged terrain of Northern Nigeria makes traditional ground patrols insufficient. A Drone Command Center (DCC) is not a luxury it is a necessity for the following reasons
Force Multiplication a single drone unit can monitor an area that would require hundreds of troops on the ground, providing real time intelligence over impossible distances.

Persistent Surveillance Drones can loiter for hours, tracking bandit movements, identifying hideouts, and monitoring the abducted girls without risking human lives.

Actionable Intelligence They provide clear video and thermal imagery, allowing command centers to see exactly what the security forces are dealing with number of hostages, number of kidnappers, Weapon type andterrain layout before any rescue operation is launched.

we must cancel the wasteful spending on outdated strategies. It's time to re allocate resources, to defund the methods that don't work and invest in technology that does.

The blueprint for a safer Nigeria is ready. Reach out to me via my bio to engage, collaborate, and demand this change.

The game changer is clear Strategic Deployment of Drone Technology
Imagine a Nigeria where our security forces can See threats from miles away, across vast terrains.

This guys are everywhere, Tinubu is playing with fire

Its now become a dally affair. Yemen will be much better, by the time terrorists are done with Nigeria. Nigeria only has politicians as we speak, without a leader.