At least three people have been killed following violent clashes between local vigilantes and youths in Kpakungu and Gbeganu areas of Minna, the Niger State capital.
The incident began on Saturday night, when vigilantes reportedly mobilised to Kpakungu to arrest suspected miscreants.
According to the Niger State Police Command, one of the vigilantes allegedly shot and killed a man identified as Aliyu during the operation.
The killing sparked protests, with youths reportedly blocking the Minna-Bida Road in the early hours of Sunday.
The protesters later moved towards Gbeganu, where two additional deaths were reported during the ensuing violence.
The Niger State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, said tactical teams were deployed to the affected areas, while the road was cleared for traffic.
Police said efforts were ongoing to arrest the vigilante member allegedly responsible for the shooting and others linked to the violence, while residents were urged to remain calm and law-abiding.
Faith Ogah
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