GOVERNOR ZULUM DEFENDS MILITARY OVER AIRSTRIKE, SAYS JILLI MARKET CLOSED 5 YEARS AGO

Governor Babagana Zulum has defended the military following public concerns over a recent airstrike linked to the Jilli area in Borno State.

Zulum stated that the Jilli market was officially closed about five years ago as part of government security measures, adding that the location is no longer an active trading hub.

His comments come amid ongoing debate over civilian safety in military operations in the region, with renewed calls for transparency and accountability.

The Nigerian Air Force has maintained that its operations are intelligence-led and targeted at suspected terrorist elements, while discussions around the incident continue.

The situation has sparked mixed reactions across the country as stakeholders await further clarification.