The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with the k!lling of eight people during a farmers-herders clash in Gulma town, Argungu Local Government Area of the state.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, Bashir Usman, confirmed the arrest in a statement.
No fewer than eight people were k!lled in a violent clash reportedly sparked by the alleged killing of a farmer, who was said to have been st@bbed to de@th by a Fulani herder while working on his farmland. The incident occurred on Monday, June 22.
The killing sparked a reprisal attack by some members of the farming community, who allegedly stormed nearby Fulani settlements, resulting in multiple casualties and heightened tension in the area.
According to Usman, the four suspects arrested in connection with the incident will be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.
He identified the suspects as Musa Makera, Saidu Adamu, Shafi’u Hamza, and Adamu Madugu.
He stated, “Further to the violent farmers-herders clash in Gulma Town, Argungu Local Government Area, the Kebbi State Police Command wishes to inform the public that four suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident, which resulted in the death of eight persons.
“The suspects, Adamu Madugu (male, Gulma), Musa Makera (male, Sauwa), Saidu Adamu (male, Sauwa), and Shafi’u Hamza (male, Gulma), are scheduled to be arraigned before a competent court on charges of criminal conspiracy, unlawful assembly, and culpable homicide.”
He noted that efforts were ongoing to arrest other suspects.
“The command has intensified efforts to identify, arrest, and bring to justice all other persons linked to the incident who are currently at large.
“The Commissioner of Police, Umar Hadejia, assures the families of the victims and the general public that the command will pursue the matter to its logical conclusion and ensure that all persons found culpable face the full weight of the law. He further urges residents to remain calm and law-abiding and to desist from taking the law into their own hands.
“The command remains committed to maintaining peace, protecting lives and property, and ensuring justice for all affected persons. Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues,” Usman concluded.