Four Soldiers and Female Civilian Killed as Troops Repel Boko Haram Infiltration Attempt in Borno State

Four Nigerian soldiers and a woman were killed during a Boko Haram attack on Mussa community. Troops from the 115 Task Force Battalion repelled the infiltration.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 16, 2026, 7:29 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Politics Nigeria

Fatal Encounter During Territorial Defense Operations

A violent confrontation between Nigerian security forces and suspected Boko Haram terrorists has claimed the lives of four soldiers and one civilian in the Mussa ward of Askira, Uba Local Government Area. The attack, which occurred at approximately midday on Wednesday, targeted a community that has remained a focal point for regional security efforts. Local government chairman Mada Saidu confirmed the casualties on Thursday, identifying the civilian victim as a local woman caught in the crossfire during the incursion.

Strategic Resistance by the 115 Task Force Battalion

Military insiders revealed that the fallen soldiers were dedicated personnel from the 115 Task Force Battalion, a unit stationed specifically to prevent insurgent movement into populated centers. According to defense sources, the insurgents utilized a small but highly coordinated strike team to attempt an infiltration of the town. The troops reportedly stood their ground to block the entrance, successfully preventing a larger scale occupation of the community despite suffering significant losses during the intense engagement.

Impact on Civil Stability and Resident Displacement

The suddenness of the assault, characterized by thirty minutes of continuous heavy gunfire, caused immediate chaos within the Mussa community. Residents described a scene of terror as the sound of high caliber weaponry forced families to abandon their homes and seek cover in surrounding areas. While the military presence eventually stabilized the perimeter, the psychological impact on the local population remains high, as daylight attacks of this nature challenge the perceived safety of established wards.