Hundreds killed in Nigerian airstrike

The strike occurred on Saturday night as military planes pursued Islamist militants in the region.

Amnesty International has called for an immediate investigation, stating that over 100 people were killed in the 'misfire' on the Jilli village market.

The Nigerian Air Force has acknowledged the incident and says it is looking into reports of civilian casualties.

The tragedy highlights the ongoing toll of the decade-long jihadi insurgency in Nigeria's northeast.