The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested five suspects over a violent clash between youths in Bauchi metropolis that resulted in the death of a 20-year-old man.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in the Anguwan Makafi area of ​​Bauchi.
Police said the victim, identified as Adamu Abdullahi, popularly known as Baba Budi, was allegedly stabbed on the left shoulder with a knife in front of a shop.
The stabbing reportedly sparked a violent clash between youths from Anguwan Makafi and Anguwan Yola.
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Police Public Relations Officer SP Nafiu Habib said the C Division police officer quickly mobilized officers to the area after receiving the report.
He said police dispersed the youths and restored calm to prevent further escalation.
“The victim was immediately evacuated to the Bauchi specialized hospital for medical attention, but unfortunately the doctor who treated him confirmed his death,” Habib said.
The five suspects arrested in connection with the incident are Bashir Idris, also known as Mado; Musa Dahiru; Marwan Mustapha, alias Grado; Aliyu Dahiru, alias Jida Kanka; and Bashir Aliyu, popularly known as Bash.
Police also said that another man, identified as Aliyu Ibrahim, sustained injuries during the incident and was taken to the Specialist Hospital, where he is currently in a stable condition.
The command said photographs of the deceased were taken before his remains were handed over to his relatives for burial.
Police patrol teams have subsequently been deployed to the affected areas to maintain peace and prevent further violence.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the incident and ordered a thorough and discreet investigation.
He also warned residents against jungle justice and retaliatory attacks, urging them to remain calm and provide useful information to the police.
Police said investigations into the incident are ongoing and the suspects will be charged in court once concluded.
“Further updates will be communicated to the public in due course,” the command said.