Dare Babalola
The Nigerian Army Headquarters has denied reports of the abduction of Brigadier General M. Uba, the Brigade Commander of 25 Brigade in Borno State, describing the claims as “false and fake news”.
This statement was released by Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, in Abuja on Sunday.
The Army urged the public to disregard the fake news and pray for the success of its servicemen and women.
Troops of the 25 Task Force Brigade were ambushed by insurgents while on a routine patrol in Wajiroko, Azir Multe, Damboa LGA, Borno State, as they returned from a successful operation in the Sambisa Forest area, the statement revealed.
The patrol team, led by Brigadier General M. Uba, comprising troops of 25 Task Force Brigade and Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) members, fought back with superior firepower, forcing the insurgents to withdraw and abandon their mission.
It further explained that during the encounter, two brave soldiers and two heroic CJTF members paid the supreme price while on active service to the nation, and commended the troops for their gallantry.
It added that the Army high command commiserated with the families and associates of the deceased for their heroic sacrifice to the nation.
The statement further pointed out that the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, saluted 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 the nation, saying that their unflinching commitment, even in the face of grave danger, remains a powerful reminder of the daily sacrifices being made by the gallant servicemen and women to keep Nigeria safe.
