Amnesty accuses nigerian army killing unarmed civilians

A very serious and disturbing issue!

Yes, Amnesty International has accused the Nigerian Army of killing unarmed civilians in the country, particularly in the northeastern region where Boko Haram insurgency has been ongoing.

According to Amnesty International, the Nigerian Army has been responsible for numerous human rights abuses, including extrajudicial killings, torture, and enforced disappearances. The organization has documented numerous cases of civilians being killed by the army, often in the context of military operations against Boko Haram.

In a report released in 2019, Amnesty International accused the Nigerian Army of killing at least 150 unarmed civilians in the town of Rann, Borno State, in January 2017. The report alleged that the army had opened fire on civilians who were fleeing their homes due to fighting between the military and Boko Haram.

The report also accused the army of using excessive force and committing other human rights abuses, including the use of torture, arbitrary arrests, and enforced disappearances.

Amnesty International has also accused the Nigerian government of failing to hold the military accountable for these abuses, and of perpetuating a culture of impunity.

The Nigerian government has denied the allegations, and has accused Amnesty International of being biased and working to undermine the country's efforts to combat terrorism.

This is a very serious issue, and it's important to hold those responsible accountable for their actions. The Nigerian government and the military must take concrete steps to address these allegations and ensure that those responsible for human rights abuses are held accountable.

It's also important to note that the conflict in northeastern Nigeria has caused immense suffering and displacement, and that civilians have been caught in the middle of the conflict. The international community must continue to pressure the Nigerian government to protect civilians and ensure that those responsible for human rights abuses are held accountable.