The Bauchi State Police Command has launched investigation into a reported clash between members of the communities in Lanzai and Dosho of Darazo LGA, of Bauchi State, in which lives and property were lost.
A statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, said a report received on 4th June 2026, indicated that suspected fulani men attacked farmers who were applying local fertilizer on their farm at the outskirts of Lanzai community, in the area.
It said that in a reprisal attack, youths from the community mobilized and stormed Dosho village, a fulani settlement, where they set fire on the area, with about 50 houses razed, several household goods destroyed in the process.
The incident led to the death of 7 persons, while 6 others suffered various degree of injuries and are currently receiving medical attention.
According to the statement, tactical operatives were immediately deployed 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, Mr 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.
“He further appealed to community leaders and residents to remain calm and avoid taking the law into their own hands, reiterating the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, and ensuring justice for all parties involved,” the statement concluded. Authority.
