Nigeria's military has killed 45 "bandits" after they allegedly tried to steal a herd of cattle, according to local officials. The militant gang members were shot dead during a gun battle with troops in Danmusa, in the state of Katsina in northern Nigeria , on Friday. An army captain and two soldiers were also killed in the fighting, officials said. State security commissioner Nasir Mua'zu said the group initially made a failed attempt to take the animals on Thursday. "Seeking revenge, the