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MAIDUGURI, BORNO STATE | APRIL 14, 2026
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of a commanding officer and six other personnel during a terrorist attack on a military location in Monguno, Borno State, late on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
In a statement made available to journalists by the Media Information Officer of Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the troops of Sector 3 came under an isolated terrorist attack at Charlie 13 location in Monguno.
"Following intense fire exchanges, the terrorists were put to flight, with troops maintaining control of the location," Lt. Col. Uba stated.
However, tragedy struck shortly afterward. "Regrettably, the Commanding Officer, while courageously proceeding to the troops' location to personally assess the situation, encountered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which severely affected his vehicle, leading to his death alongside six other gallant personnel," the statement read.
The Army spokesperson praised the fallen commander's bravery, noting that "His actions, even after the immediate threat had been neutralised, reflected the highest traditions of military leadership, courage, selfless service and leading from the front."
"Operation HADIN KAI deeply mourns the loss of this exceptional officer and the other brave personnel who paid the supreme price in service to the nation. Their sacrifice will forever remain etched in the memory of the Armed Forces and the grateful nation they served," Uba added.
The attack in Monguno is the latest in a series of insurgent operations targeting military installations in Borno State, the epicenter of Nigeria's decade-long fight against Boko Haram and its offshoot, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
