Nigerian Army Reveals Identity Of Brigadier-General Killed By ISWAP Terrorists

Troops of the Nigerian Army dealt with ISWAP terrorists in Askira Uba LGA, Borno state, on Saturday, November 13 killing some of the terrorists and destroying their equipment.

Trixx NG learnt the troops, however, lost a Brigadier-General and three other soldiers during the gun duel.

The general’s identity was revealed in statement issued by the Nigerian Army spokesman, Onyeama Nwachukwu.

The slain general identified as Brigadier-General Dzarma Zirkusu was the commander of 28 Task Force Brigade, Chibok.

The Army spokesman said the troops successfully defended their location and destroyed ISWAP equipment during the battle at Askira Uba local government area of Borno state.

The Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Faruk Yahaya has also condoled with the families and relations of the fallen soldiers and charged the troops to continue eliminating the terrorists

The statement reads: “Troops of Joint Task Force, North East Operation HADIN KAI have neutralized several Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP terrorists during a recent encounter in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. 

“In the fierce encounter which is still raging as at the time of filing this report, troops supported by the Air Component of OPHK have destroyed five A-Jet, two A-29, two Dragon combat vehicles and nine Gun Trucks.

 “Sadly, a gallant senior officer Brigadier General Dzarma Zirkusu and three soldiers paid the supreme sacrifice in a very rare display of gallantry as they provided reinforcement in a counter offensive against the terrorists, and successfully defended the location.

“The family of the senior officer and soldiers have been contacted.”