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Man stabbed to death over grass dispute in Yobe, youths burn houses in reprisal
Man stabbed to death over grass dispute in Yobe, youths burn houses in reprisal
By: Zagazola Makama
A 32-year-old man, Goni Umbadu, has been killed during a fight over suspected grass theft in Saleri Village, Yunusari Local Government Area.
Zagazola Makama gathered from sources that the incident occurred on June 20, 2025.
According to the sources, the deceased had confronted one Haruna Mai Pampy over the alleged theft of grass meant for animal feed, leading to a violent altercation in which Haruna stabbed Goni multiple times in the stomach, chest, and back with a knife. Goni was rushed to the Specialist Hospital in Geidam, where a medical doctor confirmed him dead.
In a reprisal attack following the incident, irate youths set fire to five thatched houses belonging to Fulani residents in the community.
Police sources said no arrests have been made so far, but efforts are underway to apprehend the suspect and all those involved in the arson attack.
Man stabbed to death over grass dispute in Yobe, youths burn houses in reprisal