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Senior Nigerian Army Commander Brig. Gen. M. Uba Reportedly Killed In ISWAP Attack

Damboa, Borno State — Brigadier General M. Uba, Commander of the 25 Task Force Brigade in Damboa, Borno State, has reportedly been killed in an attack carried out by fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), according to credible field sources. He is said to have died in the line of duty during an operation in the volatile region, marking what may be the highest-ranking Nigerian Army officer killed by the insurgent group in recent memory.

The incident allegedly occurred earlier in the week during a confrontation with ISWAP militants. Details surrounding the ambush remain limited, but multiple sources within the security architecture say the commander “paid the supreme price” while leading operations in one of the most dangerous theatres of Nigeria’s counter-insurgency campaign.

For the past 48 hours, the Nigerian Army has publicly denied reports of his death, insisting that its senior officers remain safe. However, the silence on specific details and the absence of an updated official statement have further fueled speculation regarding the circumstances of the attack.

If confirmed, Brig. Gen. Uba’s death would represent a significant loss for the military, particularly given the strategic role of the 25 Task Force Brigade in frontline operations against ISWAP in southern Borno. The threat posed by the insurgent faction has remained acute, with the group continuing to target military formations, convoys, and key security installations.

The Nigerian Army is expected to release a detailed statement addressing the incident and clarifying the status of the Brigade Commander.