Nigerian army dismantles bandit camps in Bauchi forest, families arrested

Author: Francis NoudePublished on: April 15, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Nigerian army dismantles bandit camps in Bauchi forest, families arrested

The 33rd Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian army conducted an operation in the Dajin Madam forest, dismantling several bandit camps, including Azuge and Hari. Six women and 13 children, family members of fighters, were detained. Motorcycles, an AK-47 magazine, tramadol tablets, and other items were seized as evidence of criminal activities.

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