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From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the death of Brigadier General O.O. Braimah and three others killed in an attack on Thursday morning at Benishek, in Borno State.
Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, made this known in a statement issued in Abuja.
The statement read,
“With profound grief and heavy hearts, the Defence Headquarters formally conveys the supreme sacrifice paid by gallant officers and soldiers of the Armed Forces of Nigeria at Benisheikh in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
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“In the course of an intense engagement against terrorist elements, two officers and two soldiers were killed in action, making the ultimate sacrifice in the defence of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and its citizens. Among those involved in this fierce encounter was the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General O.O. Braimah, whose conspicuous bravery, personal leadership under fire, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of his troops reflect the highest ideals and traditions of the Nigerian military.
@The AFN mourns deeply with the families, loved ones, and colleagues of these fallen heroes. Their courage will forever be etched in the history of the AFN.
“To the families of the fallen, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi, Olatunbosun Oluyede and the entire AFN stand with you in this moment of deep sorrow. Your loved ones were not ordinary citizens; they were extraordinary Nigerians who chose to stand between danger and the rest of the nation. Nigerians are further assured that the loss of these heroes will not diminish but rather fortify the resolve of the Armed Forces. Operations across all theatres will continue with even greater determination as a lasting tribute to the memory of those who have fallen.
“God bless the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
“God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
