Military personnel to face court martial for bombing Kaduna residents

Two officers have been indicted by a panel set up to investigate the bombing of innocent persons in Tudun Birin, Kaduna State.

In December, a drone operated by the Nigerian Army bombed residents of Tudun Biri in Kaduna State during a religious celebration.

While the government put the casualty figure at 81, Amnesty International claimed 127 villagers were killed in the incident.

The officers, according to the Director Defence Media Operations (DMO), Major General Edward Buba, would face court martial for their actions.

“The investigation has been concluded and we found out that the incident should not have happened in the first place.

“Two officers have been indicated. The incident should not have happened.I would not say much in order not to jeopardize the court.”

General Buba did not disclose the ranks of the officers that have been found wanting.