The Senate has directed the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Olufemi Oluyede, and 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, passed during plenary on Wednesday, mandates an in-depth review of the circumstances surrounding the attacks, including an assessment of equipment adequacy and compliance with rules of engagement.
Lawmakers also urged the Armed Forces to address any identified operational gaps.
The Senate further called for an investigation into allegations of civilian casualties during military operations, stressing the need for accountability and improved protection of non-combatants.
The decisions followed a motion by Senator Tahir Monguno (Borno North), who raised concerns over repeated attacks on military formations by Boko Haram insurgents.
Presenting the motion, the lawmaker expressed deep concern over recent incidents that resulted in the deaths of several personnel, including Brigadier General Oseni Braimoh, Colonel Mohammed Isya, Captain A.M. Esmat, Lieutenant Kelvin Festus, and 13 other soldiers.
He noted that Monguno and Benisheikh remain key operational and transit corridors, with attacks posing threats to security operations, humanitarian access, and commercial movement in the region.
Lawmakers expressed condolences to the families of fallen personnel and commended the sacrifices of the Armed Forces in ongoing counter-insurgency operations.
The Senate also warned that continued attacks threaten national security, food systems, and the resettlement of internally displaced persons in Borno State.
It further urged improved adherence to international humanitarian law and enhanced training on civilian protection during military operations.
In a related contribution, Senator Abdul Ningi called for the suspension of political activities in some northern states, including Benue, Niger, and Sokoto, until the security situation improves.
