It all started when a thief stole goods from a shop in Gululu village and was traced to a Fulani settlement. Things escalated quickly.
The herders allegedly attacked villagers with bows and arrows, injuring four.
In response, villagers retaliated by burning homes in the Fulani settlement.
The police intervened, restoring order and recovering nine bodies.
The Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, along with other officials and community leaders, visited the scene to assess the situation and call for peace.
They’re investigating the incident and increasing police patrols to prevent further violence.
Basically, a petty theft spiraled into a deadly conflict.
