At least 200 people are feared dead after Nigerian military jets struck a village market in northeast Yobe state on Saturday night.
The strike occurred while the military was pursuing Islamist militants in the region, according to a local councillor and area residents.
Local officials reported the casualties on Sunday following the late-night bombardment. The exact number of fatalities may rise as search efforts continue in the affected area.
Civilian casualties reported
Residents described a scene of devastation at the market site. The strike hit the crowded marketplace during a period of active combat operations between the Nigerian military and insurgent groups.
No official statement has been released by the Nigerian military regarding the specific target or the civilian death toll. The military has previously stated its operations aim to neutralize militant groups operating in the northeast.
Local leaders in Yobe state are currently assessing the damage to the community. The incident highlights the heavy toll of the ongoing conflict in the region on non-combatants.
