A 17-year-old boy, Musa Muhammad, has died in Kano State after a fight with his childhood friend over tap water.
The incident occurred on Saturday at Rijiyar Lemo Quarters in Kano, according to security analyst Zagazola Makama.
“An argument broke out between Musa and his 16-year-old friend, Muhammad Aliyu, which turned into a fight.
“During the scuffle, Aliyu reportedly hit Musa in the face, causing him to collapse on the spot.
“Musa was rushed to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital but was later confirmed dead,” Makama wrote.
The body has been released to the family for burial according to Islamic customs.
The police have arrested the suspect, and an investigation is ongoing after the victim’s father, Muhammad Haruna, reported the matter to Bachirawa Police Station.