Government Orders Investigation Into Civilian Casualties During Operation

The Nigerian government has ordered a full investigation into reports of civilian casualties following airstrikes conducted at a border market in Borno State. The operation, which took place in Jilli, resulted in the reported deaths of dozens of civilians.

According to reporting from the BBC and Premium Times, the airstrikes targeted a market area in Jilli. Local reports indicate that the strikes killed numerous civilians who were present at the market during the military operation.

Government Response and Investigation

While the Nigerian government has defended the necessity of the airstrikes, officials have acknowledged the reports of non-combatant deaths. In response to the casualties, the government has formally ordered a comprehensive probe to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and the extent of the civilian harm caused.

The investigation aims to assess the conduct of the operation and verify the number of casualties reported in the Borno State border region.