Man killed in Yobe communal clash, two suspects arrested

Man killed in Yobe communal clash, two suspects arrested

By: Zagazola Makama

One person has died and two others sustained serious injuries following a violent clash between two groups of youths in Tarmuwa Local Government Area, the Yobe State Police Command reported.

According to sources, the incident occurred on Feb. 12, 2026, at about 10:22 a.m., when Manu Ahmadu, 20, and Ali Isah, 22, of Koromari village, were reportedly rearing their animals in the bush of Kurmari village.

They were attacked by Mas’udu Rabiu, 20, and Abdullahi Abubakar, 23, of the same area, armed with bows, arrows, and sticks, following a prior conflict.

Abdullahi Abubakar allegedly shot Manu Ahmadu in the chest with an arrow and struck Ali Isah on the head and stomach. During the confrontation, Abdullahi Abubakar was injured by an arrow to the stomach, while Mas’udu Rabiu sustained machete cuts on both hands.

The victims were rushed to General Hospital Dapchi for treatment, where Manu Ahmadu was pronounced dead by medical personnel.

The two suspects have been arrested and are currently in police custody.

Man killed in Yobe communal clash, two suspects arrested