Tragic Mishap: Nigerian Army Drone Claims 85 Lives During Festive Gathering

A devastating incident occurred in Nigeria as a military drone, aimed at militant groups, accidentally struck a village congregation during a festive celebration, claiming over 85 lives. President Tinubu ordered an investigation, expressing grief over the tragic loss. Reports reveal past similar incidents where civilian casualties occurred due to mistaken military strikes.

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A tragic mishap unfolded in Nigeria when a routine military operation turned into a horrific tragedy. The Nigerian army’s drone strike, intended for militant targets, tragically claimed the lives of more than 85 civilians during a festive gathering in the northwest Kaduna State. Among the casualties were women and children, shocking the nation and drawing international attention to the devastating consequences of such military errors.

The incident occurred during a local festival in Tudun Biri village, where villagers had gathered for celebrations. The armed forces had directed the drone toward suspected militant groups but tragically missed its intended target, resulting in the loss of innocent lives. President Tinubu expressed deep sorrow and ordered a prompt investigation into the incident.

According to the National Emergency Management Agency, over 85 bodies have been buried, while efforts are ongoing to search for more victims. Concurrently, medical facilities are treating around 66 individuals injured in the strike, highlighting the severity of the situation and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance.

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This unfortunate incident isn’t an isolated case in Nigeria. Previous occurrences have seen mistaken military attacks on civilian populations. In 2017, a fighter jet struck a camp housing thousands displaced by jihadist violence, resulting in a substantial loss of life. Similarly, in 2021, mistaken identity led to the killing of fishermen near Lake Chad.

Such tragedies have raised concerns among activists about the lack of investigations into past incidents, leaving victims and survivors without justice or adequate compensation. The fear and trauma among villagers have led to mass displacement, highlighting the need for accountability and preventive measures to avoid civilian casualties in military operations.