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Ethiopians in the historic city of Gondar celebrated the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian festival of Timket, marking the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, despite recent conflicts in the Amhara region. The festivities included pre-sunrise rituals, baptisms in a pool, and processions with replicas of the Ark of Covenant. Armed police officers stood guard during the celebrations.
At least 88 people were killed and 68 injured in Nigeria's Kaduna State when the military mistakenly carried out a drone strike on a religious festival. The strike occurred during a Muslim holiday celebration, and the victims included children, women, and the elderly. The Nigerian Army expressed regret for the incident, attributing it to a misinterpretation of activities. Anger has grown among Nigerians, with calls for accountability and an investigation into the incident. This is not the first time accidental military strikes have resulted in civilian casualties in Nigeria.
At least 85 civilians were killed and over 60 injured in an airstrike during a Muslim religious celebration in Kaduna state, Nigeria. The military described it as a "bombing mishap" and apologized for mistakenly targeting the villagers while aiming for terrorists and bandits. The incident has prompted calls for a thorough investigation, as the Nigerian military has been accused of causing civilian casualties in the past.