Rival gangs clash at wedding, one dead in Kontagora, Niger State

 

By Zagazola Makama

 

A deadly clash between rival gangs erupted at a wedding ceremony in Bayan-Waya area of Kontagora, Niger State, on April 27, 2025, resulting in the death of one man.

 

According the a police source, the fight involved members of rival groups known locally as “Sarasuka.” During the altercation, Aliyu Abubakar, 25, from Gangare Sagi Area, was seriously injured. 

 

A team of police officers quickly responded to the scene and rushed the victim to Kontagora General Hospital, where he was confirmed dead on arrival.

 

The sources said efforts are ongoing to arrest the culprits involved in the fatal incident.

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