Nigerian soldiers are currently engaged in an intense clash with bandits led by Bello Turji in the Sabon Birni area of Sokoto State. This confrontation has made the area unsafe for travel, particularly along the Shinkafi to Sabon Birni route. Witnesses describe the situation as highly volatile, with bandits hiding among villagers and some locals fleeing out of fear. The Nigerian military has reportedly taken steps to combat the bandits, aiming to secure the area, but the situation remains precarious for residents】.