Etymology
Origin of banditry
Example Sentences
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Access to ransom money has traditionally made banditry a lucrative endeavour, yet in Kurfi, it was bandit leaders who requested peace talks.
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The Katsina State commissioner for internal security and home affairs, Nasir Mua'zu, said the killing was a significant milestone in the fight against banditry in the state.
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At first, Lakurawa members promised to tackle banditry and help protect local people from cattle thieves.
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The BBC has learnt that Hamas - sensing an opportunity to regain its faltering control - has reactivated a special security force to combat theft and banditry.
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The officers had travelled to Kenya's North Rift region, which has been plagued by banditry.
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