Political Response, Religious Conflict, Crisis Management, Legal Proceedings, Community Impact, Historical Context, Public Safety Issues, Government Actions, Social Unrest, Northern Nigeria

Newswatch . 06 May 1991 . Pg 16

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The text discusses the recent riots in Bauchi State, Nigeria, highlighting the government's response to religious violence. A federal commission of inquiry has been established to investigate the causes of the crisis and assess the damage. The government is also trying Yakubu Yahaya, a Shi'ite leader, and his followers for their involvement in clashes with the police. The situation in Katsina, where the riots occurred, is described as precarious, with tensions between Yahaya's group and the authorities escalating. The text reflects on the history of religious fanaticism in Nigeria, particularly in northern states, and the impact of such crises on communities and public safety.

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The text discusses the recent riots in Bauchi State, Nigeria, highlighting the government's response to religious violence. A federal commission of inquiry has been established to investigate the causes of the crisis and assess the damage. The government is also trying Yakubu Yahaya, a Shi'ite leader, and his followers for their involvement in clashes with the police. The situation in Katsina, where the riots occurred, is described as precarious, with tensions between Yahaya's group and the authorities escalating. The text reflects on the history of religious fanaticism in Nigeria, particularly in northern states, and the impact of such crises on communities and public safety.