The Nigerian Senate has directed the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, alongside other service chiefs, to conduct a comprehensive operational and logistical audit following recent attacks on military formations in Benisheikh and Monguno, Borno State.
The resolution was adopted during plenary on Wednesday, with lawmakers calling for a thorough review of the circumstances surrounding the assaults, including an assessment of equipment readiness and compliance with rules of engagement.
The Senate also urged the Armed Forces to identify and address any operational gaps uncovered during the audit process, while emphasizing the need for improved accountability within military operations.
In addition, the upper chamber called for investigations into allegations of civilian casualties during recent operations, stressing the importance of transparency and adherence to international humanitarian standards.
The motion was sponsored by Senator Tahir Monguno (Borno North), who expressed concern over the repeated attacks on military formations by Boko Haram insurgents.
He highlighted recent deadly incidents that claimed the lives of several military personnel, including Brigadier General Oseni Braimoh, Colonel Mohammed Isya, Captain A.M. Esmat, Lieutenant Kelvin Festus, and 13 other soldiers.
Monguno noted that the renewed attacks on strategic locations such as Monguno, a key garrison town, and Benisheikh along the Damaturu–Maiduguri highway, suggest a deliberate attempt by insurgents to weaken military operations and disrupt humanitarian and commercial activities.
Lawmakers commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their sacrifices in the ongoing counter-insurgency operations but warned that the rising violence poses a serious threat to national security, food supply systems, and resettlement efforts for displaced persons in Borno State.
The Senate also condemned Boko Haram’s continued attacks and observed a minute of silence in honour of fallen soldiers and affected civilians.
Furthermore, it urged the military to strengthen compliance with rules of engagement and enhance training on civilian protection to prevent future incidents.
