Military bombards bandit hideouts in Sokoto and Zamfara forests

The military conducted airstrikes on bandit hideouts in the forests of Shagari Local Government Area in Sokoto State and Bukkuyum Local Government Area in Zamfara State. Residents reported hearing three aircraft carrying out strikes, with smoke and fire visible in the affected areas. The operations also targeted stolen cattle held by the bandits, and residents were advised to stay away from the forests until the situation became clearer.