Nigeria Loses Seven Military Commanders to Terrorism

In a tragic escalation of violence, Nigeria has lost seven military commanders to terrorism and banditry, with attacks primarily attributed to Boko Haram and ISWAP. Notable casualties include Lieutenant Colonel O.C.

Okolo, who was killed on February 16, 2026, during an attack in Mandaragirau, Borno State, and Major U. Mairiga, murdered on March 1, 2026, at Mayenti base, also in Borno State. Other commanders, including Lieutenant Colonel S. Iliyyasu and Lieutenant Colonel Umar Farouq, were killed in similar attacks in March 2026.

The situation worsened with the death of Brigadier General Rabe Abubakar, who was abducted along with his wife in Katsina State on May 30, 2026, and later confirmed dead. The rising violence has drawn public outrage, with political figures like Peter Obi expressing deep concern over the government's inability to protect its citizens, emphasizing the need for a more effective security strategy.