A Nigerian military airstrike intended to hit jihadist militants has mistakenly struck a civilian market, killing more than 100 people, including children, in northeastern Nigeria.
The incident occurred in Yobe state, near the conflict zone of Borno, and has been confirmed by authorities as a misdirected strike. The military said it had targeted a base linked to Boko Haram, noting that the market was allegedly used by militants for supplies.
However, rights groups, including Amnesty International, reported high civilian casualties and called for an independent investigation. Local sources and medical personnel confirmed numerous deaths and injuries.
“I kemi fotografitë e tyre dhe përfshijnë edhe fëmijë,” said Isa Sanusi, emphasizing the scale of the tragedy.
According to reports, such incidents are not uncommon in Nigeria’s ongoing conflict, often attributed to intelligence failures and poor coordination. Human rights organizations have also accused the military of sometimes misclassifying civilian victims as militants.
Nigeria continues to face a severe security crisis, particularly in its northern regions, where multiple armed groups remain active.
