Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Henry Owen
Borno State, Nigeria — The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has confirmed the killing of General Uba, the Brigade Commander of Damboa, hours after he was reported missing during military operations in the forest.
Military sources revealed that the commander had previously sent a video message indicating he was safe. “According to them, the clip—where he appeared calm and unharmed—was recorded before his condition deteriorated,” sources explained.
According to reports by DailyPost, the officer later became disoriented while navigating the forest, prompting urgent rescue operations involving both ground troops and air support. At one point, General Uba informed his colleagues that he was already heading back to base, raising hopes that he would be recovered alive.
However, after news of his disappearance spread widely, ISWAP reportedly re-captured him, and his death was confirmed shortly afterward. This revelation contradicts an earlier statement from the Nigerian Army, which had claimed that the commander had safely returned to base.
The incident has intensified scrutiny over the military’s handling of frontline personnel and raised concerns about the accuracy of official communication regarding troop welfare. Observers are now calling for clearer protocols and timely reporting to prevent confusion and ensure the safety of soldiers on the frontlines.
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