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Nigeria military kills 16 civilians in Zamfara air strike 'mistake'

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At least 16 civilians killed in military air strike in Zamfara State , Nigeria .

Residents say they were defending themselves from armed gangs.

Nigerian Air Force says it is investigating "reports of vigilante losses" Amnesty International calls on authorities to "immediately and impartially" investigate the incident.

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78

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82

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52

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semi-formal

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English

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65

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possibly offensive

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not hateful

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short-lived

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