PICTORIAL: Defence Minister, Zulum, Service Chiefs Present As Slain Brig-Gen Braimo, Others Buried In Borno

Slain members of the Armed Forces, Late Brigadier General Omo Braimo, Captain Ismail, and other soldiers who died in the line of duty, were on Wednesday laid to rest with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri, Borno State.

The solemn ceremony brought together top government officials, senior military officers, grieving families, and colleagues, all gathered to honour the fallen heroes for their service and sacrifice to the nation.

Among those present were Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum; the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd); the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede; the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, Borno South Senator, Mohammed Ali Ndume.

In their tributes, the dignitaries described the deceased as courageous patriots who remained steadfast in the face of danger.

They said the soldiers “stood firm in the face of danger and made the ultimate sacrifice so that others might live in safety,” adding that their bravery would “continue to inspire generations and remain etched in the nation’s history.”

The burial featured full military rites, including ceremonial processions, gun salutes, and the presentation of national flags to the families of the deceased.

Emotions ran high as the families of the fallen soldiers witnessed the final rites, highlighting the human cost of Nigeria’s ongoing security operations.

Prayers were offered for the repose of their souls, while citations detailing their service and sacrifice were read before their next of kin.

According to a statement shared on the Nigerian Army’s verified Facebook page, the ceremony underscored the nation’s appreciation for the sacrifices of its armed forces.

“Their sacrifice serves as a poignant reminder of the heavy price paid daily by members of the Armed Forces to safeguard the peace, unity and security of Nigeria,” the statement read.

The event also served as a reminder of the continued sacrifices made by military personnel, particularly in conflict-affected regions such as the North-East.

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