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Two die following clash at Tumbi Market in Gamawa LGA in Bauchi
Two die following clash at Tumbi Market in Gamawa LGA in Bauchi
By: Zagazola Makama
Two young men have died following a violent altercation at Tumbi Market in Bachel Village, Gamawa Local Government Area, Bauchi State.
The incident occurred on March 13, 2026, at about 11:00 p.m., involving Bello Baba, 25, Auwal Bayaro, 20, Umaru Alh Gimba, 18, Haruna Adamu, 20, Yayaji Wakili, 20, and Ori Dadi, 20, all residents of Bachel Village.
Sources said that a disagreement among the group escalated, and the suspects reportedly attacked each other using sticks, resulting in serious injuries.
The injured were immediately conveyed to General Hospital, Gamawa, where Bello Baba and Auwal Bayaro succumbed to their injuries. Their remains have been released to their families for burial.
Police have intensified efforts to apprehend the other individuals involved.
They said that the case remains under investigation, and further updates will be communicated as developments unfold.
Two die following clash at Tumbi Market in Gamawa LGA in Bauchi