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Nigerian Air Force Airstrikes Mistakenly Hit Vigilantes, Kill 20

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The Nigerian Air Force airstrikes on Saturday mistakenly hit operatives of the Zamfara State Community Protection Guard, ZSCPG, vigilantes, and some residents of Tungar Kara community in Maradun Local Government Area, Zamfara State, following a raid by bandits in the area.

The Eastern Updates gathered that the incident, which claimed at least 20 lives, occurred shortly after the bandits fled the scene.

It was also learnt that local vigilantes and residents, who had mobilized to defend their community, were caught in the strike. So far, 16 bodies have been retrieved, with the final death toll still uncertain as rescue efforts continue.

The airstrike, intended to target the fleeing bandits, instead devastated the community, leaving behind a trail of grief and unanswered questions.

Residents of Tungar Kara are now calling for an investigation into the tragic error and for support to be provided to the affected families.

The military authorities have yet to issue an official statement on the incident, but the tragedy underscores the challenges of combating insecurity in Zamfara State.

The Nigerian Air Force, NAF, on have also disclosed that the whereabouts of dreaded bandit leader, Bello Turji, is unknown.

NAF disclosed that while Turji’s whereabouts is known, some of his allies were killed in its latest attack on bandits in Zamfara State.

A statement by NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, said top bandit commanders were killed in a series of airstrikes in Zamfara State.

Akinboyewa said the strikes, which were conducted in collaboration with ground troops, left several bandits injured.

“Scores of bandits were neutralized, while many others, including some top commanders, sustained varying degrees of injuries.

“Sequel to the fierce engagement, Kachallah Turji’s whereabouts remain unknown, adding further pressure on his crumbling network.”

The statement described Operation Fansan Yamma as a well-coordinated air-ground assault, noting that it was in line with the Armed Forces’ resolve to ensure that peace and security returns to the North-West.

 

The Eastern Updates 

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