A tragic outbreak of violence between farmers and herders in Bauchi State has left seven people dead and destroyed about 50 huts. The incident occurred in the communities of Lanzai and Dosho, located within the Darazo Local Government Area.
According to the Bauchi State Police Command, the conflict began when suspected herders launched an attack on farmers working on fields near Lanzai. In a statement released on Thursday, police spokesman SP Nafiu Habib confirmed that the initial assault prompted a swift and violent retaliation from local youths.
The enraged young men reportedly marched on Dosho, a settlement predominantly occupied by Fulani herders, and set fire to large sections of the village. The blaze consumed roughly 50 huts and many household items, leaving the community in ruins.
Authorities have confirmed that seven individuals died as a result of the clashes, while six others were injured and are now receiving medical care. Numerous homes and personal belongings were also destroyed in the unrest.
To prevent the situation from escalating further, the police have dispatched tactical units and operatives to the affected areas. The Violent Crime Response Unit has been deployed to bolster security, and patrols have been stepped up across Lanzai, Dosho, and neighboring regions.
Commissioner of Police for Bauchi State, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has ordered a thorough investigation into the crisis. He assured residents that all those responsible for both the original attack and the subsequent reprisal will be identified and prosecuted.