Atiku Abubakar Condemns Borno-Yobe Airstrike Casualties
• Punch Newspapers • Politics
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned the Nigerian Air Force's airstrike that hit Jilli Market along the Borno-Yobe border, describing the incident as tragic and raising questions about the protection of civilian lives during military operations. The airstrike, which occurred on Saturday, reportedly killed no fewer than 30 people and left traders and residents in panic. The Nigerian Air Force confirmed the precision airstrike was part of ongoing counter-insurgency operations aimed at neutralizing Boko Haram militants. However, the military has not publicly addressed the civilian casualties resulting from the strike on the market. In his statement, Atiku emphasized that the incident represents a broader failure of the country's security operations and criticized the targeting of innocent traders. He compared Nigeria's situation to recent U.S. military operations, stressing the importance of valuing civilian lives and demanding an urgent review of military actions to prevent recurrence. He extended condolences to the families affected by the incident.
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