Lagos, Nigeria — The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has demanded immediate and thorough independent investigations into airstrike incidents involving Nigerian and Chadian forces that have reportedly resulted in numerous civilian deaths in northern Nigeria.
According to reports, the Nigerian military airstrike on a market in Zamfara state on May 10, 2026, is believed to have killed at least 100 civilians, many of whom were women and children.
Additionally, Chadian jets’attacks on Boko Haram camps in the Lake Chad region have led to the death of several civilian fishermen.
The U. N. High Commissioner expressed shock at the civilian casualties and emphasized the necessity of independent probes. “.
It is crucial that both Nigerian and Chadian authorities conduct prompt, thorough, independent, and impartial investigations into these disturbing incidents, “Turk stated, calling for accountability and compliance with international law. Amnesty International has called on the Nigerian military to investigate the Zamfara attack, underscoring the importance of accountability and justice for the victims.
The organization also urged the military to take all feasible precautions to protect civilians during military operations. Despite the Nigerian military’s claim that there is no credible evidence of civilian casualties in Zamfara state, the international community remains concerned about the protection of civilians in conflict zones.
The UN’s call for investigations underscores the global community’s adherence to international humanitarian law and human rights standards during military engagements.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: aljazeera
Source: AFP and Reuters
