Teenager killed in Maiduguri gang clash as police arrest suspects

A violent confrontation between rival youth gangs in Maiduguri on April 4, 2025, led to the tragic death of an 18-year-old, identified as Bakura Muhammed.

The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. in the Ajari and Tashan Lara neighborhoods.

The situation quickly escalated into a chaotic brawl involving multiple youths.

During the clash, Bakura sustained a fatal stab wound to the stomach. He was rushed by security operatives from the Borno State Police Command to the University of…