Nigeria Opens Investigation After Deadly Airstrike Kills Dozens in Market

Author: allafrica.comPublished on: April 14, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Nigeria Opens Investigation After Deadly Airstrike Kills Dozens in Market

Dozens of people were killed in airstrikes by Nigeria's military in the village of Jilli, Yobe State, while targeting Islamist militants. A UN report indicated at least 56 people were killed and 14 injured, while Amnesty International reported over 100 dead. Local chief Lawan Zanna Nur Geidam stated that more than 200 people had lost their lives due to the attack.

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