Farmer Killed in Violent Dispute Over Farmland in Bauchi

Yakubu Mai-Duna, a 47-year-old farmer, was killed following a violent altercation over a farmland dispute in Kumba village, Burra Emirate, Ningi Local Government Area, Bauchi State. The incident occurred around 2:40 pm on Saturday, July 26.

According to the Bauchi State Police Command's Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, the conflict began when Mai-Duna allegedly dumped weeds from his farm onto Kabiru Yusuf's land. This disagreement escalated into a physical confrontation involving both men and their children.

Kabiru Yusuf, 40, along with his three sons—Abdulrazak Yusuf, 25; Salisu Kabiru, 15; and Safiyanu Kabiru, 20—allegedly attacked Mai-Duna, inflicting severe injuries. Usman Gagare, 48, who attempted to intervene, was also assaulted.

Following the incident, police arrested the suspects, and the victims were taken to the Primary Healthcare Centre, Yada-Gungume. Mai-Duna later died on admission, while Gagare was treated and discharged.

The case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and prosecution. Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, urged residents to resolve disputes peacefully.