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On 3 December 2023, a drone strike was carried out by the Nigerian Army on Tudun Biri, Kaduna State. Targeting what they thought was a VNSA group, the army mistakenly hit a village, killing over 85 civilians. On 3 December 2023, a drone strike was carried out by the Nigerian Army on Tudun Biri, Kaduna State. Targeting what they thought was an armed group, the army mistakenly hit a village, killing over 85 civilians.


==Background== ==Background==

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2023 fatal Nigerian military action
Tudun Biri drone strike
Date3 December 2023
LocationTudun Biri, Kaduna State, Nigeria
CauseAccidental drone strike
Deaths88+
Non-fatal injuries68+

On 3 December 2023, a drone strike was carried out by the Nigerian Army on Tudun Biri, Kaduna State. Targeting what they thought was an armed group, the army mistakenly hit a village, killing over 85 civilians.

Background

Collaborating with international allies, including the United States and United Kingdom, the Nigerian military has a history of using drone technology in counter-terrorism efforts. The incident in Tudun Biri highlights the inherent complexities and risks associated with such operations.

Strike

A drone strike occurred on the evening of 3 December 2023, during the Maulud celebration in Tudun Biri, a village in Kaduna State, North West Nigeria, as part of routine anti-terrorism operations. Executed by the Nigerian Army, the drone strike resulted in the accidental deaths of over 85 civilians, predominantly women and children, in the village of Tudun Biri, causing additional injuries and widespread distress. The Kaduna governor, Uba Sani, confirmed the unintended civilian casualties, with reports suggesting a death toll exceeding 85. During a security briefing, religious leader Sheikh Rabiu Abdullahi reported over 50 deaths, emphasizing the impact on those participating in the Maulud celebration.

Aftermath

President Bola Tinubu expressed sympathy and ordered a comprehensive investigation into the incident. In an official statement, he described it as "unfortunate, disturbing, and painful," emphasizing the need for a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the drone strike.

Ongoing investigations face challenges due to security issues in the region. Major VU Okoro, the General Officer Commanding One Division Nigerian Army, explained that the drone strike inadvertently affected members of the community during an anti-terrorism mission.

The incident prompts reflection on the delicate equilibrium between national security objectives and the imperative to protect civilian lives. As investigations unfold, the Tudun Biri Drone Strike stands as a poignant reminder of the complex challenges faced by the Nigerian military in safeguarding communities while combating terrorism.

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