Jilli market airstrikes: Army releases video confession of captured Boko Haram suspect

Author: Vanessa OnahPublished on: April 12, 2026Country: Nigeria
Crime & Law
Jilli market airstrikes: Army releases video confession of captured Boko Haram suspect

The Nigerian Army released a video showing the confession of a Boko Haram suspect, claiming that those present at the Jilli market during a recent airstrike were involved in the group's logistics operations. The military operation occurred on Saturday at the border between Gubio and Geidam, with at least 56 people, mostly traders, feared dead. Four fighter jets were reportedly involved in the operation, which was conducted based on credible intelligence.

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