Seven lives have been lost in a violent confrontation between farmers and herders in Lanzai Dosho villages, Darazo local government area of Bauchi South. The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident, which also led to the destruction of property.
Details of the Incident
According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, the clash occurred on Monday, 4th June 2026, at approximately 9:20 am. The command received a distress report that suspected Fulani men attacked farmers applying local fertilizer on their farmland at the outskirts of Lanzai Community in Darazo LGA.
In a reprisal attack, youths from Lanzai Community mobilized and proceeded to Dosho Village, a Fulani settlement, where they set the area ablaze. About 50 huts were razed, and several household goods were destroyed. The incident resulted in the death of seven persons, while six others sustained various degrees of injury and are currently receiving medical attention. Extensive damage was also recorded on residential structures and personal belongings.
Police Response and Investigation
The command has deployed tactical operatives to the affected areas to restore law and order, prevent further escalation, and commence investigations. The Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) has been deployed as reinforcement to maintain peace, while patrols have been intensified in Lanzai, Dosho, and adjoining communities.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has directed a thorough investigation into both the immediate and remote causes of the incident. He assured that perpetrators of the initial attack and those responsible for the reprisal will be identified and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Appeal for Calm
CP Aliyu appealed to community leaders and residents to remain calm and avoid taking the law into their own hands. He reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring justice for all parties involved.
