I lost 5 children in ethnic clash- A Fulani man in Jigawa

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At least 11 people lost their lives and 31 huts were burnt to ashes in Gululu village, Jahun and Miga local government areas of Jigawa State.

Report say that the incident occurred last Friday, sparking tension in the community.

Suleiman Abubakar Jahun, a Fulani elder who lost five children, recounted the horrific experience. "I was at home when people informed me of a fight between Hausa and Fulani communities. Upon arriving at the scene, I witnessed rampant killings, which were senseless and devastating."

Abubakar emphasized that his children were not involved in the fight and were innocent victims. He appealed to the government to provide assistance, as he is now responsible for caring for his 18 grandchildren.

Another victim, Amadu Garba Jahun, who lost his child, warned that if similar incidents occur in the future, the community would not seek revenge. Instead, they would leave the matter to God.

Garba emphasized the community's desire for peace and justice. "We're not seeking revenge or wanting to take the law into our own hands. We just want the authorities to do their job and bring us justice."

The Jigawa State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), led by Dr. Haruna Mairiga, donated 25 bags of rice and N500,000 to the affected families. SEMA also distributed five bags of rice and N100,000 to those who lost one child.

Dr. Mairiga attributed the clash to theft by unknown individuals, which led to the Hausa community tracing the stolen goods to a Fulani settlement. The situation escalated, resulting in the loss of lives and property.

Hon. Jamilu Muhammad Danmalam, Executive Chairman of Jahun Local Government Area, described the incident as a minor issue that escalated into violence. He assured that the local government, in collaboration with the state government and security agencies, is working to restore peace and security in the area.

Hon. Bilya Dauda Garbau, Executive Chairman of Miga Local Government, appealed to security agencies to intervene fully. He commended SEMA for their prompt response and assistance to the affected families.

In his part, the state's commissioner of police CP AT. Abdullahi said already the government has set up a committee to manage farmer-harder conflict across the state. According to him the state Police command is working assiduously to see that all voiletors arrested and brought to book.

He then called on the communities to stay calm and avoid fear as the security agencies a doing their best to cuetail the calsh.

The incident has left the community in fear of potential future clashes.