In a statement on Sunday, spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said the incident was reported to have occurred on Saturday.

Ejodame said reports suggested the strike might have hit a local market in Jilli, raising concerns about civilian casualties.

He said the Chief of the Air Staff had ordered the immediate activation of the Civilian Harm Accident and Investigation Cell.

According to him, the cell has been deployed to the location on a fact-finding mission into the allegations.

“The Nigerian Air Force treats all reports of possible civilian harm with the utmost seriousness and empathy.

“The protection of innocent lives remains central to all NAF operations,” he said.

Ejodame said the service remained committed to professionalism, accountability and transparency in its missions.

He added that the force would work with authorities and community representatives to establish the facts.

While the investigation continues, he urged the public and media to avoid speculation and allow due process.

“The Nigerian Air Force reassures citizens of its resolve to protect national security and civilian lives.

“Every credible concern will be addressed with diligence and seriousness,” he said.

Source: NAN

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This is contained in a statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on Sunday in Abuja.

Ejodame said the air strikes were conducted on April 11 by the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai as part of ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the theatre.

He said the mission targeted fleeing terrorists and regrouping elements following an earlier successful engagement that decimated their positions in the area.

“The follow-up strikes were executed based on credible intelligence and in close coordination with ground forces to deny terrorists freedom of movement and prevent further attacks.

“The operation formed part of a broader air-ground integration effort aimed at consolidating earlier gains recorded by friendly forces,” he said.

According to him, the strikes effectively disrupted terrorist activities within the Jilli axis, a known enclave exploited by insurgents due to its difficult terrain.

Ejodame said the sustained offensive underscored the growing effectiveness of intelligence-driven joint operations in the North-East.

He added that the Nigerian Air Force remained committed to persistent surveillance, precision targeting and rapid response missions to support ongoing military efforts.

“The NAF will continue to sustain momentum in ongoing operations to protect innocent lives, secure communities and restore lasting peace in the region,” he said.

Source: NAN

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