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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Nigerian military’s handling of the reported killing of Brigadier General Musa Uba by terrorists in Borno State.
Militants from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) say they captured and killed Brigadier-General M. Uba, commander of the 25 Task Force Brigade, after an ambush in Borno State. Although the Nigerian Army earlier denied reports of his abduction and has yet to formally confirm his death, verified images and multiple security sources strongly indicate that the senior officer was executed in captivity.
In a post on X, Abubakar expressed shock and dismay over the incident, questioning the lack of clear communication from military authorities and highlighting contradictions in initial official statements.
Uba reportedly died alongside several soldiers while leading troops against insurgent groups, including the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
The incident underscores the persistent security challenges in northeastern Nigeria, where terrorist attacks and military casualties remain frequent.
Abubakar described the situation as a “failure of political leadership,” emphasising that protecting citizens is the President’s primary responsibility.
He criticised the government for focusing on political battles while leaving critical security gaps and suggested that the military should occupy states under siege until insurgents are cleared.
He extended condolences to the Nigerian Armed Forces, the family of Brig. Gen. Uba, and all Nigerians, urging resilience in the face of ongoing terrorist threats.
Borno State continues to experience violent attacks, displacement, and destruction of communities, highlighting the need for robust and coordinated counter-insurgency operations.
Security experts warn that high-ranking military deaths could embolden terrorist groups, complicating efforts to stabilise the region.
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