A violent clash erupted in the Zuma Bread, Chaichainiya area of Suleja Local Government, as students of Annur Islamic Model School and some youths engaged in a deadly confrontation over a girlfriend dispute.

The Niger State Police Command confirmed the arrest of six suspects in connection with the attack, which took place around 9:11 p.m., shortly after the Tarawih prayer.

Security analyst Zagazola Makama, in a post on X, disclosed that the altercation, which initially began as a disagreement over relationships, quickly escalated into chaos, leading to gunfire and injuries.

Reports indicate that the clash was allegedly spearheaded by an SS3 student, Umar Idris, who mobilised over twenty youths armed with dangerous weapons to invade the area.

In the ensuing violence, unidentified gunmen opened fire, leaving two minors—11-year-old Immarana Hassan and 10-year-old Nura Jibrin—badly wounded with gunshot injuries to their thighs.

The victims were promptly rushed to Suleja General Hospital, where they are receiving medical attention.

In response to a distress call, police operatives and local vigilantes swiftly intervened, restoring calm to the troubled community.

The Niger State Police Command assured that investigations are ongoing to apprehend others linked to the violent attack.