Vice President Kashim Shettima visited Maiduguri on Saturday to express condolences to the Nigerian Army and Borno State government following a deadly attack that killed Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and several other military personnel. Speaking to journalists in the city, Shettima conveyed President Bola Tinubu's sympathies and praised the fallen soldiers for their sacrifice in protecting communities. He described the slain officers as defenders of families and the nation's future.
Shettima reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to sustaining military operations and eliminating safe havens for criminals. He stated that under President Tinubu's leadership, those responsible for such attacks would be pursued without leniency. The Vice President emphasized that the government remains resolute in restoring security across the country, particularly in conflict-affected regions like Borno.
The attack, which occurred in Borno State, marks a significant loss for the Nigerian Army, with the death of Brigadier General Oseni Braimah representing a high-ranking casualty in recent times. No further details about the circumstances of the attack or the number of soldiers killed were provided during Shettima's statement.
