Brig. Gen Braimah Killed In Borno+Boko Haram Parades 416 Abductees+ADC Chieftain Stumbles In Speech

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:44:27 +0000

In Borno State, 17 soldiers and Brigadier General Oseni Braimah were killed in coordinated assaults across Benisheikh, Ngamdu, and Pulka.

The General commanded the 29 Task Force Brigade and is among a growing number of high-ranking officers recently killed by terrorists, with tributes honouring his life and service pouring in.

In a statement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu described the soldiers killed in Benisheikh as “unforgettable, irreplaceable heroes” and encouraged troops on the frontlines to remain hopeful.

A group of 176 abductees from the Woro community in Kwara State have resurfaced in a new video, pleading for the public and government to come to their rescue after more than two months in captivity.

It comes as a faction of Boko Haram released a video of 416 abducted victims from Ngoshe in Borno State, sending shockwaves across social media.

In politics, Nafiu Bala is trending after a speech delivered at the INEC Headquarters in Abuja where he struggled to read from prepared remarks, sparking debate about public speaking skills and whether leaders should communicate in their native languages.

A trending video featured an Ugandan traveler and content creator praising improvements at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, noting better organization and staff conduct compared to her visit two years ago.

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo responded, acknowledging progress while noting there’s still more work to be done.

In another development, a video showing Peter Obi working out at a gym and shared by his campaign photographer sparked mixed reactions online, drawing attention from both supporters and critics.

Obi’s video in turn led to old clips of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Edo North Senator Adams Oshiomhole's own workout videos being recirculated online too.

In Adamawa State, workers at Dangote Sugar Refinery have been warned to stop eating sugar cane on the job, with the company issuing a final notice and instructing security to arrest anyone who violates the rule.

In our good news report, we highlight the Tolu Schools Complex in Lagos now officially commissioned as one of the largest integrated school systems in West Africa which will serve over 20,000 students.

Anchor: Anieze Osakwe

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