Summary of "Untold Story: How General Uba Was Ambushed & Captured"

Ambush and Capture of Brigadier General M. Uba in Nigeria

The video provides a detailed account of the ambush and capture of Brigadier General M. Uba, commander of the 25 Task Force Brigade in Damba Boronu state, Nigeria. General Uba was leading operations against the terrorist group ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province). The following key points summarize the circumstances and implications of the incident:

Background and Targeting

General Uba was a prominent military figure actively engaged in successful offensives against ISWAP. His effectiveness made him a high-value target for the terrorist group.

The Ambush

The attack occurred on a recent Friday morning.
General Uba and his team were traveling along the Damabu-Dwa Wajiro road, a route notorious for attacks.
ISWAP fighters executed a well-planned ambush using heavy gunfire, explosives, and motorcycles.
Four people died immediately, including two soldiers and two civilians.

General Uba’s Last Communications

After surviving the initial attack, General Uba escaped into the bush with a few survivors. He sent voice notes and WhatsApp messages indicating:

He was alive but had low battery.
He was awaiting an air rescue.

However, his exact location was never precisely communicated, complicating rescue efforts.

Failure of Rescue

Despite General Uba’s calls for help, rescue teams failed to reach him in time. The reasons remain unclear and may include:

Delayed response.
Incorrect coordinates.
ISWAP’s rapid advance.

Capture and Evidence

Photos surfaced online showing General Uba wounded and in captivity.
These images contradicted initial Nigerian Army statements denying his capture.
ISWAP later claimed they had captured, interrogated, and executed him.
This claim was widely reported by international media.

Official Denial and Public Confusion

The Nigerian Army initially denied the capture, stating that General Uba had returned safely. This caused public distrust as evidence suggested otherwise.

Underlying Issues – Insider Threats

Soldiers have raised concerns about infiltration by former bandits and terrorists who:

Were arrested and later integrated into the military or police without proper vetting.
Allegedly leak sensitive information to terrorist groups.
Undermine military operations and security.

Criticism of Security Architecture

The video criticizes several security failures, including:

Use of unsecured communication channels like WhatsApp for critical military coordination.
Internal sabotage.
Poor intelligence handling.
Compromised personnel.

These factors contribute to military setbacks against terrorist groups.

Broader Context

Terrorism in Nigeria affects all communities, both Christian and Muslim.
The video calls for unified efforts to eliminate terrorists.
It highlights challenges to sovereignty claims when internal threats and terrorist activities continue unabated.

Call to Action

The video urges the Nigerian government to:

Address internal sabotage within the military.
Improve security protocols.
Prevent future incidents similar to General Uba’s capture.

Presenters and Contributors

The main presenter/narrator (unnamed) provides analysis and commentary.
A security analyst and counter-terrorism expert cited via social media (Twitter handle: Zagola).
Military and media sources reporting on the incident and ISWAP’s claims.