A herder has reportedly been gunned down following allegations of destroying a farmland in Jakusko Local Government Area of Yobe State
It was gathered that the herder was shot dead by vigilante operatives following a confrontation between herders and security operatives in the area.
According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-terrorism expert, the incident occurred at about 9 am on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Makama, in a post on X, said, “A group of Fulani herdsmen were allegedly destroying farmlands in Lafiya, Saban, Garin, Sara, Jaba and Muguram villages@, when the incident happened.
He added that sources confirmed that a joint patrol team comprising the police, Joint Task Force (JTF) and vigilantes was immediately deployed to the affected areas.
“Upon arrival at the scene, one of the herders attacked a vigilante, Saidu Yau of Lafiya village, with a machete, inflicting a deep cut on his left thigh.
“The same herder also attempted to attack a soldier, Private Adamu Ismail, attached to the JTF. The soldier, in self-defence, fired at the attacker, leading to his death,” a source said.
He added that both the injured vigilante and the herder were rushed to the General Hospital, Jakusko, for medical attention.
“The herder was confirmed dead by a medical doctor, while the injured vigilante is responding to treatment,” the source added.
Also, officers of the police who pleaded anonymity said the remains of the deceased herder have since been released to the Sarkin Fulani, Hassan Lamido Manu, pending the arrival of the family.
The police officer also stated that an investigation into the incident was ongoing to ascertain the circumstances and prevent further clashes.
