Eight dead, five rescued in farmers-herders clash in Kebbi

A violent clash between farmers and herders in Gulma Town, Kebbi State, Nigeria, has resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, with five others rescued by security operatives. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon when a herder, identified as Yaron Buba-Dogo, reportedly allowed his cattle to stray onto the farmland of Alhaji Aminu Ala, destroying crops. A confrontation between the two men escalated, leading to the farmer allegedly being stabbed and killed on the spot. This development triggered outrage among some residents, who then mobilized to attack the herder, killing him and setting his body ablaze. The mob subsequently extended their attacks to other members of the herder community. Despite efforts by security personnel to restore order, four more people were killed, their bodies burned beyond recognition. Two additional bodies were later recovered from a nearby farmland. Police operatives successfully rescued five individuals who were trapped during the violence and evacuated them to the Argungu Divisional Police Headquarters for safety. A joint security team has been deployed to the area to prevent further violence, and the state government has imposed a curfew on the affected community. Investigations are underway to identify and apprehend those responsible for the killings and destruction, with the Commissioner of Police urging residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies.

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The development triggered outrage among some residents, who mobilised and attacked the herder, killing him and setting his body ablaze.