Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAhmed KingimiSunday 12 April 2026 15:58 BSTHundreds are feared dead after military jets struck a market in Nigeria (REUTERS)Nigerian military jets struck a market in a village in Yobe on Saturday night, with over 200 people feared dead.The airstrike occurred as the military pursued Islamist militants in the region, which borders Borno state and is plagued by insurgency.A local councillor and residents corroborated the incident at Jilli Market, stating that many injured individuals are being transported to hospitals.Nigeria's Air Force confirmed killing Boko Haram militants in the Jilli axis of Borno state but made no mention of hitting a market in its statement.The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency has activated its emergency response following preliminary reports of casualties at Jilli Market.In fullHundreds feared dead after Nigerian military airstrike on marketThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in