US airstrike debris injures hotel staff in Kwara
A hotel owner in Offa, Kwara State, reported that three of his staff were injured after debris from US airstrikes targeting militants in northwest Nigeria struck his hotel. The federal government acknowledged that debris from the munitions fell in various locations, including near the hotel, but stated there were no civilian casualties. Taofeek Bello, the hotel owner, described the injuries and damage caused by the incident. Authorities are investigating, and security forces collected debris from the site.
What we know
- Taofeek Bello, owner of Solid Worth Hotel, said a missile hit his hotel, injuring three staff members.
- The US airstrikes targeted militants linked to the Islamic State group in Sokoto State.
- The federal government confirmed debris fell in Offa, Kwara State, but claimed there were no civilian casualties.
- Security forces collected missile debris from the hotel, and only two rooms were occupied at the time.
- Kwara State police stated that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
