Nigeria, March 25 -- The police have confirmed that a violent clash between youth groups during the Sallah celebration in the Argungu Local Government Area of Kebbi State has resulted in multiple fatalities.

The police spokesperson in the state, Bashir Usman, in a statement late Tuesday, said the situation was brought under control following the swift intervention of security operatives in the affected areas.

The incident began on 23 March during the Sallah festivities in Alwasa village.

The confrontation between rival youth groups quickly escalated, leaving several other people with serious injuries.

"The Kebbi State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that the security situation in Alwasa Village, Argungu Local Govern...