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Soldiers Engage in Intense Gunfight with Notorious Bandit Leader Bello Turji’s Forces in Sokoto
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A fierce gun battle is currently underway between Nigerian soldiers, supported by local hunters, and a group of bandits led by the notorious Bello Turji in Gatawa, located in Sokoto State’s Sabon Birni local government area.
The clash, which began around 6 a.m., has reportedly continued into the afternoon, with multiple sources confirming ongoing heavy fighting. Residents say the bandits attempted to raid Gatawa but were quickly intercepted by the soldiers and hunters stationed nearby. One local, speaking anonymously, said, “We suspect that Bello Turji is leading the fight himself.
The fire exchange started around 6 a.m., and as of 2:45 p.m., the battle is still ongoing.” The resident further explained the tense situation, adding, “The town is eerily quiet, with no movement in or out. Everyone is in shock, uncertain of what will happen next.
Details of the encounter will only emerge once the fighting ends. We pray the soldiers are successful and hope Turji is among those defeated.”
Another local source described the battle as unprecedented in intensity, calling it “the most terrifying clash between soldiers and bandits we’ve witnessed here.” The source expressed hope that additional troops would be sent to support those already engaged, fearing that the bandits may call for reinforcements.
Turji, notorious for his criminal activities, is believed to operate from the forests of Shinkafi in Zamfara State, although his reach extends into parts of Sokoto, including Sabon Birni, Isa, and Goronyo local government areas.
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