Nigerian Army Honors Brig Gen Braimah in Borno Burial

On April 15, 2026, the Nigerian Army conducted a solemn burial ceremony for Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and Captain Ismail, who lost their lives during a coordinated attack by suspected Boko Haram fighters on April 9, 2026. The attack targeted military positions in Benisheikh, a strategic town in Kaga Local Government Area, Borno State.

The ceremony took place at Maimalari Cantonment in Maiduguri, where the fallen soldiers were laid to rest with full military honors. The event was marked by deep sorrow and reflection on the sacrifices made by the armed forces in safeguarding peace and security in Nigeria.

Attendees included Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum and Chief of Defence Staff Christoph Musa, who acknowledged the ultimate sacrifice made by the deceased in defense of the nation. The ceremony served as a poignant reminder of the human cost associated with the country's security efforts.