Millitary bombards bandit hideouts Sokoto, Zamfara forests

The military has reportedly conducted airstrikes on bandit hideouts in forests in Sokoto and Zamfara states, according to a report by journalist Bakatsine on X. The airstrikes targeted suspected bandit camps in Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State and around Gizazza in Bukkuyum LGA of Zamfara State, with residents witnessing heavy aerial operations and smoke rising from the affected areas.

Stolen cattle were among the targets, and residents have been advised to stay away from the forests until the situation is clarified.

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