₦100 food dispute claims one life, leaves several injured in Niger

The Niger State Police Command has arrested six suspects following a violent confrontation over a ₦100 food purchase that left one person dead in Magama Local Government Area.

According to SaharaReporters, the incident occurred around 9 p.m. on October 26, 2026, in Zoma Village, Ibeto District. Zagazola Media Network

The dispute began when Rabiu Garba reportedly demanded change from 15-year-old food vendor Azima Abubakar, claiming he paid ₦1,000 for food worth ₦100.

However, Abubakar insisted he paid the exact amount.

The disagreement escalated into violence involving Abubakar’s brother, Abdulrashid Mohammadu, and four of Garba’s brothers.

Several participants sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Ibeto Hospital, where Mohammadu later died during treatment.

Police subsequently arrested six suspects in connection with the incident.

The deceased’s remains were released to his relatives for burial according to Islamic rites.

Authorities said investigations were ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and determine individual responsibility.