The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports that 17 soldiers were killed in the attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State. It said the troops repelled the assault and described their response as one of “exceptional courage, professionalism, and superior firepower.”
According to the Defence Headquarters, the incident happened around 12:30 a.m. on April 9, 2026. The military said two officers and two soldiers died in the attack, while urging the public to avoid spreading unverified information. It also said clearance operations were still ongoing in the area.