Police in Kano have thwarted an attempted attack on shops in the Gyadi-Gyadi area, arresting six suspected thugs following a violent clash between rival ‘Yan Daba groups.

In a statement released by Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the incident began around 1:20 p.m. after authorities received a distress call about an impending clash. Patrol teams were immediately dispatched and encountered the groups already engaged in violence.

During the confrontation, the suspects reportedly vandalised an ambulance and tried to spread the unrest to nearby areas. The situation escalated when they turned on police officers, attacking them with stones and other dangerous weapons. Officers, however, successfully repelled the assault.

The suspects later moved toward Farm Centre Market, allegedly attempting to break into shops and loot goods. Reinforcement teams quickly intervened, dispersing the group and preventing further damage. Six suspects were arrested in the process.

Normalcy has since been restored, according to police.

Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, praised the officers for their swift and professional response, noting that their actions helped avert a breakdown of law and order and prevented potential loss of property.

He also issued a warning against thuggery, urging parents and guardians to caution their children, stressing that anyone involved in such acts will face arrest and prosecution.

Police say investigations are ongoing to apprehend fleeing suspects and identify those responsible for orchestrating the clash.