One killed as rival youth groups clash in Minna, three cars damaged
A 27-year-old man, Saidu Umar, died following a stabbing during a clash between rival youth groups in the Samande and Kafintela areas of Tunga, Minna, Niger State, on Friday afternoon.
The altercation occurred around 4 p.m. near the NSTV Junction, resulting in several injuries among youths, damage to the windscreens of three vehicles, and disruption of traffic in the vicinity.
The Niger State Police Command confirmed the incident through spokesperson SP Wasiu Abiodun. Umar, a Kafintela resident, was reportedly stabbed with a dagger by an unidentified member of a rival group.
Emergency responders transported Umar to a nearby medical facility, but he was later pronounced dead.
In response to the conflict, police patrol teams were dispatched to the scene to disperse participants. Authorities increased police presence in the area following the clash.
The motive behind the confrontation remains unclear, and the police are actively investigating the incident. Efforts are underway to identify and apprehend those involved. As of the latest update, no arrests have been reported.
