At least 100 dead in Nigeria after air force ‘misfire’ on market, sources say

A Nigerian Air Force strike, intended to target jihadi rebels, mistakenly hit a local market in northeastern Nigeria on Saturday, April 12, 2026, resulting in over 100 civilian deaths, including children. The incident occurred in a village in Yobe state, near the Borno state border, an area heavily affected by the ongoing jihadi insurgency. Amnesty International confirmed the high casualty count based on survivor accounts, while a hospital worker reported treating at least 23 injured individuals. Officials have acknowledged the misfire, but haven't provided further details. Such incidents are reportedly common in Nigeria, with security analysts citing intelligence gaps and coordination issues as contributing factors. The targeted market is known to be frequented by Boko Haram.