Two persons were killed and seven others injured in a violent midnight clash between suspected Fulani herders and local farmers in Dagaceri, Birniwa Local Government Area of Jigawa State.

According to another online media, The Bureau News, the confrontation broke out late Wednesday following a dispute over grazing land — a conflict that has remained a recurring flashpoint between herders and farmers across northern Nigeria.

Residents described the attack as chaotic and terrifying. An eyewitness, Hassan Abdullahi, said homes were set ablaze as families fled into the dark. “People were running everywhere. It was a terrifying sight as attackers set homes on fire and unleashed violence on families,” he recounted.

Another resident, Izaddeen Usman, said he hid in the bushes with his children. “The screams filled the night. We feared for our lives,” he said.

A local farmer, Malam Sani, blamed the violence on persistent farm trespassing by herders. “Their cattle kept destroying our crops. The tension finally exploded into violence,” he explained.

Police Arrest Seven Suspects, Recover Weapons

Confirming the incident on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer for Jigawa State, SP Shi’isu Adam, said seven suspects were arrested and several weapons recovered.

“Items found included bows and arrows, cutlasses, phones, and local charms,” he stated, adding that police operatives swiftly deployed Operation Salama to the area to restore peace.

“Our officers are dedicated to protecting lives and property. We will continue to pursue all those responsible,” Adam assured.

Local leaders have appealed for calm and reconciliation. Community elder, Malam Garba, told reporters by phone: “More loss of life cannot be tolerated. We must return to dialogue.”

Another elder, Usman Tela, added: “We want to live in harmony, farm peacefully, and raise our children without fear.”

Human rights activist, Comrade Musbahu Basirka, condemned the violence, urging urgent government intervention. “The government must act swiftly to protect vulnerable communities. Violence only deepens divisions and suffering,” he said.