A tragic incident occurred in Kasuwa-Garba Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, where a woman was killed by a mob of youths over alleged blasphemous remarks against Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).
According to reports, the incident started in Igwama community where the deceased, who was said to be food vendor, allegedly made a statements considered offensive after an exchange with a young man.
Her comments reportedly provoked anger among residents, leading to unrest.
The matter was later taken to the Palace of District Head of Kasuwa-Garba, where she was again questioned.
The traditional leader handed her over to security operatives for appropriate action.
However, irate youths overpowered the security personnel and attacked the woman with stones, resulting in her death.
Confirming the incident, Chairman of Mariga Local Government Area, Abbas Adamu Kasuwa-Garba, said normalcy had been restored in the town.
Similarly, the spokesperson for Niger State Police Command SP Wasiu Abiodun, said: “On 30/8/25 at about 2 pm, report received indicated that one Amaye, a female of Kasuwa -Garba, Mariga LGA made some comments against the Islamic prophet.
“Unfortunately, it led to a mob attack and she was set ablaze before the reinforcement of the security teams. Meanwhile efforts are being made to ensure that arrests are effected, investigated and prosecuted”.
-9News Nigeria.
