A devastating airstrike in Sokoto State, Nigeria, has sparked widespread outrage and calls for investigation after it claimed the lives of at least 10 civilians and injured several others.
Details of the Incident:
- Airstrike Target: The Nigerian Air Force intended to target Lakurawa terrorists in the area.
- Affected Communities: The airstrike mistakenly hit Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in Silame Local Government Area.
- Casualties: At least 10 civilians were killed, and several others were injured.
Defence Headquarters Clarifies Sokoto Airstrike Incident
Reactions and Demands for Investigation:
- Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa: Blamed villagers for allegedly harboring terrorists, warning that the military would not tolerate such actions.
- Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu: Visited the affected communities, donated N20 million and 100 bags of food items, and called for an impartial investigation.
- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar: Condemned the airstrike, describing it as “devastating, outrageous, and condemnable.”
- Ex-Governor Aminu Tambuwal: Demanded a comprehensive and impartial inquiry into the incident, emphasizing the need for military operations to be conducted with precision and accountability.
Source: Punch
