Six held as police disrupt violent gang fight in Kano

Police in Kano have disrupted a violent confrontation between rival ‘Yan Daba factions in the Gyadi-Gyadi district, detaining six suspects and restoring calm after a rapid response operation.

The incident unfolded early Monday afternoon when security agencies received an alert that groups of suspected thugs were mobilising for a showdown in Gyadi-Gyadi Quarters. Officers were swiftly dispatched and arrived to find the factions already locked in a fierce clash.

According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Kiyawa, the situation escalated as the hoodlums damaged an ambulance and attempted to extend the violence to nearby areas.

“The thugs were promptly confronted by the police. However, they later regrouped and attacked police officers with dangerous weapons and stones,” the statement read.

Police units pushed back the attackers, who retreated towards Farm Centre Market, where they allegedly tried to force entry into shops and loot goods. Reinforcements were deployed to the scene, dispersing the group and leading to the arrest of six individuals.

Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Bakori praised the conduct of officers involved, highlighting their restraint and professionalism in containing the unrest.

“Their swift response prevented further breakdown of law and order and loss of property,” Bakori said.

He reiterated the command’s zero-tolerance stance on thuggery and ‘Yan Daba activities, warning that anyone found disrupting public peace would face prosecution. He also urged parents and guardians to discourage youths from engaging in criminal acts.

Authorities confirmed that investigations are ongoing to track down other suspects who fled the scene and to uncover those behind the clash. The police also commended residents for providing timely information and encouraged continued cooperation with security agencies.