…at least 300 death recorded in both incidents carried out by NAF Air strike.
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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has been involved in two separate incidents where civilians were mistakenly killed in airstrikes. In Yobe State, an airstrike hit a crowded market in Jilli village, killing over 100 people, with some reports estimating the death toll to be as high as 200. The incident occurred on April 11, 2026, and the NAF has opened an investigation into the matter.
Similarly, in Zamfara State, an airstrike targeted at bandits mistakenly killed civilians, though the exact number of casualties is still unknown. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with human rights groups demanding an independent probe into the incidents. The incident is coming on the alleged North, calling on government to investigate the occurance of the killing in the region.
The NAF has acknowledged the incidents and promised to investigate, stating that it takes allegations of civilian harm seriously and is committed to transparency and accountability.
The incidents highlight concerns about military errors in counterinsurgency operations and the need for improved civilian protection measures.
The Nigerian military has been battling insurgency and banditry in the country, and these incidents underscore the challenges faced by the military in protecting civilians.
The Yobe State government has expressed sympathy with the affected families and assured residents that efforts are ongoing to provide humanitarian assistance.
The incidents have sparked widespread condemnation, with calls for the military to take steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
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