The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd), on Thursday visited the family of the late Brigadier General Musa Uba in Abuja to pay his condolences and show solidarity with the Nigerian Armed Forces over the officer’s tragic death.
The visit was described as “a show of solidarity with the Nigerian Armed Forces and deep respect for the family of the late Brigadier General Uba.”
According to a post on 𝕏, General Musa met with the wife and children of the late general at their residence, where he paid glowing tribute to Uba’s service and sacrifice.
He described the deceased as “a consummate professional whose sacrifice reflects the highest ideals of the Nigerian Armed Forces.”
The Defence Minister highlighted Uba’s “exceptional bravery, uncommon dedication, and selfless service to the nation.”
General Musa also used the visit to reaffirm his commitment to the fight against terrorism and other security threats confronting Nigeria.
He emphasised that the Federal Government remains resolute in honouring the legacy of personnel who paid the ultimate price defending the country.
The tragic death of Brigadier General Uba followed a harrowing series of events that began on Friday, November 14, 2025.
While leading a joint convoy of Nigerian Army troops and Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) personnel along the Burum‑Kubua axis of Damboa Local Government Area in Borno State, the force came under a “coordinated massive attack” by terrorists while returning from a routine mission from Biu.
General Uba initially evaded capture by fleeing deeper into the forest on foot. He reportedly communicated via satellite phone or WhatsApp with the Theatre Command of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), confirmed he was alive, shared his GPS coordinates, and assured rescuers he was “heading back to base.”
Rescue ground reinforcements and air assets were immediately dispatched to extract him, with initial assessments optimistic.
However, while attempting to link up with the rescue teams, Uba was seized by fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
On Monday, November 17, 2025, ISWAP released a shocking video and photograph showing General Uba in captivity, seated on the ground surrounded by armed terrorists. He was executed at close range in what the group framed as retribution for military operations in their territory.
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