Amnesty International has criticised the Nigerian military over the growing number of civilian casualties from air operations against terrorists in the north.
The rights group says such incidents have become far too common, with communities paying a heavy price during security efforts.
In one recent case that drew fresh attention, military jets struck a busy market area in Jilli Futchimiram, Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Witnesses told Amnesty that three aircraft took part in the operation on a Saturday.
The group reported that more than 100 people lost their lives, among them traders, buyers and children.
Hospital records in Geidam showed at least 35 others received serious treatment afterwards.
Isa Sanusi, director of Amnesty International Nigeria, described the use of air raids in law enforcement situations as unacceptable.
He noted that the approach shows little regard for the safety of ordinary citizens the military is meant to protect.
This latest event follows a pattern that stretches back several years.
In December 2023, two air strikes hit Tudun Biri village in Kaduna State during a religious gathering to mark the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad.
The first strike came around 10pm, followed by a second one roughly 30 minutes later.
Many who had rushed to help those affected by the initial strike also became victims.
Amnesty put the total number of lives lost at over 120, while official figures at the time stood lower.
After the Tudun Biri incident, the military first acknowledged an error before suggesting that terrorists had mixed in with the crowd.
The rights group pointed to early attempts to downplay what happened and called for a full, independent investigation.
Similar events have taken place in other parts of the country.
In Zamfara State in 2022, an air strike in Mutumji village claimed dozens of lives.
Another case in Nasarawa State in 2023 left 40 people dead in Rukubi.
Families in these communities continue to wait for proper accountability and support.
Amnesty has urged the authorities to carry out prompt and transparent probes into every case where civilians suffer harm during operations.
The group also wants those found responsible to face justice through fair processes, along with proper help for survivors and affected families.
For now, residents in affected areas say the repeated losses have left many feeling unsafe even when the military moves against terrorists.
Rights observers hope clearer rules and better checks will prevent further tragedies in the months ahead.
