Social tensions will worsen in Nigeria banditry crisis

Security forces have begun an offensive in Zamfara state targeting bandits groups responsible for a wave of kidnappings

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  • Conflict origins
  • Bandit territorial control
  • Inter-group tensions
  • Relations with jihadist groups
  • Ongoing military operations
  • Outlook

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