Borno hospital seeks blood donors after deadly market airstrike
Borno State Specialist Hospital in Maiduguri is facing a critical blood shortage after a military airstrike at Jilli Market left many civilians injured. The airstrike, which claimed over 30 lives, has overwhelmed the hospital with victims needing urgent care. Dr Shehu Muhammad, the hospital’s Medical Director, confirmed that 21 people have been admitted with varying degrees of injuries. The hospital is appealing to the public for blood donations to help treat the wounded.
What happened
- A military airstrike at Jilli Market in Gubio Local Government Area resulted in over 30 civilian deaths.
- The strikes, executed on April 11, 2026, were carried out by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI in coordination with the Nigerian Army.
- Dr Shehu Muhammad reported that 21 victims, including five females and 16 males, were admitted to Borno State Specialist Hospital.
- The hospital has adequate supplies for treatment but urgently needs more blood donations for ongoing surgeries.
- The public is encouraged to donate blood as more victims may still arrive for treatment.
