By; Abdullahi Inuwa
What began as a romantic visit ended in bloodshed when a communal clash broke out between rival youths in Faruruwa and Tarandai villages, claiming the life of a 28-year-old man.
The violent incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. on May 23 during a bustling market day at Faruruwa Market in Takai Local Government Area, plunging the two communities into chaos.
According to sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama, trouble started when Sani Yunusa, a resident of Toho Diribo village, visited his girlfriend in nearby Tarandai. On his way back, he was ambushed by youths allegedly from the rival community, who attacked him with sticks and cutlasses, leading to his death.
The clash spiraled into a full-blown confrontation, with several makeshift stalls set ablaze in the ensuing violence.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the attack was linked to his visit to a female acquaintance in Tarandai,” police sources revealed.
Security operatives were swiftly deployed to the scene, managing to contain the violence and restore order. Authorities confirmed that an investigation is ongoing to uncover the deeper motives behind the deadly clash, and efforts are underway to arrest the culprits.
Local leaders have appealed for calm as the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragic incident, which underscores rising tensions and the fragile peace in rural areas of Kano.
@Zagazola Makama
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