The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is investigating claims of civilian casualties resulting from an airstrike conducted on a local market in Jilli, Borno State over the weekend. The NAF expressed its commitment to treating reports of civilian harm seriously and empathetically, highlighting the importance of protecting innocent lives in all operations. The Air Component of Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI carried out a precise airstrike on a terrorist enclave near Jilli, based on intelligence gathered on terrorist movements and activities in the area. The Nigerian Army confirmed the success of the airstrike, which resulted in the neutralization of terrorists and the destruction of their vehicles and equipment. Following the operation, a terrorist logistics courier was arrested, providing valuable information on terrorist activities in the region. The NAF and Army reiterated their dedication to safeguarding national security and civilian lives while tackling terrorist threats effectively within the Theatre.
