Senate Honors Soldiers After Deadly Borno Attack

On March 9, 2026, the Nigerian Senate held a session to honor soldiers who died during a coordinated attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents on a military formation in Kukawa, Borno State. Senator Moham Tahir Monguno, representing Borno North, moved a motion highlighting the fierce gun battle that ensued, resulting in the deaths of several soldiers, including Lieutenant Colonel Umar Faru.

The Senate observed a minute of silence for the fallen soldiers and expressed deep concern over the attack, which involved the insurgents invading the military base and setting military vehicles ablaze. Senators urged the military to intensify ongoing operations, improve intelligence gathering, and enhance surveillance capabilities to eradicate the insurgency in the region.

Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin commended the efforts of the military and emphasized the need for collective action to restore peace and stability in Nigeria, particularly in the northeast, where insurgent attacks have surged.