Tension has gripped Unguwan Yero in Kaduna State following reports of violence involving residents during an attempt to bury a deceased person.
Some residents alleged that Muslims trying to carry out the burial were prevented from proceeding by members of the Christian community, leading to a confrontation.
According to accounts shared in videos circulating online, the disagreement reportedly escalated, with stones thrown and gunshots heard in the area.
A man recording one of the videos appealed for urgent intervention, claiming that those attempting to proceed with the burial were being attacked.
In another recording, a woman said fighting broke out in the neighbourhood early Wednesday, November 11, leaving residents frightened and concerned about their safety.
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She identified the location as the Kaduna Kwari Majalisa area of Unguwan Yero and appealed to security authorities to deploy personnel to prevent further violence.
The woman also claimed that residents had contacted security authorities but were yet to receive assistance when she recorded the video.
She attributed the recurring tensions in the community to the absence of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, claiming that the area experienced fewer religious disagreements during his administration.
However, the Kaduna State Police Command rejected claims that the incident was a religious clash between Muslims and Christians.
In a statement issued on November 11 and signed by its spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, the police described the incident as a confrontation between youths from the same community.
The command said security operatives had intervened and restored calm, adding that additional personnel had been deployed to prevent another outbreak of violence.
It also disclosed that an investigation had commenced to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those responsible.
The police warned that anyone found responsible for breaking the law would face appropriate legal action.
The Commissioner of Police also cautioned residents against sharing unverified reports or misleading information capable of creating tension and encouraging violence.
Residents were urged to remain calm, exercise restraint and maintain peaceful relationships despite their differences.
The command assured the public that security measures had been strengthened to protect lives and property in the community.
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