Shocking Discovery: Middle-Aged Food Vendor Found Dead Near Federal University in Yobe State
On the morning of Friday, October 17, 2025, residents of Gashu’a town in Yobe State, Nigeria, made a grim discovery: the lifeless body of a middle-aged woman dumped by the roadside near the Federal University, Gashu’a. The victim, identified as Falmata, was a well-known food vendor who operated an eatery at the local motor park in Kasuwar Gwari and the vegetable market. She resided in the Sarkin Hausawa Ward in Abasha, adjacent to Maman Blessing’s restaurant, and was described by those who knew her as a peaceful and hardworking individual.
The body was found discarded behind the university premises, sparking immediate alarm among passersby who quickly alerted security agencies. Sources close to the scene reported that no one appears to know the circumstances leading to her death—whether she was taken from her home, workplace, or elsewhere—or the identity of those responsible for dumping the body. Preliminary observations suggest foul play, though official details on the cause of death, such as injuries or other evidence, have not been released as investigations are in early stages.
Local police and security personnel responded promptly to the scene, but as of Saturday, October 18, no suspects have been named or arrested. The Yobe State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement, leaving the community in a state of unease amid calls for a thorough probe.
The incident has sent ripples of fear through Gashu’a, a town previously regarded as relatively peaceful despite occasional security challenges in the broader Yobe region. Residents, including one who knew Falmata personally, expressed shock and grief, with many decrying the “strange killings of innocent citizens” plaguing the area. Community voices, such as local resident Abubakar Modibbo, have urged heightened vigilance, advising people to report any suspicious activities, groups, or individuals to authorities. Appeals have poured in to the Yobe State Government and security forces to launch a full-scale investigation, enhance patrols, and restore a sense of safety to prevent further threats to peaceful coexistence.
Falmata’s death adds to a troubling pattern of unexplained violence in the region, though no direct links to previous cases have been established. As the investigation unfolds, locals continue to mourn the loss of a familiar face in their daily lives, with prayers offered for her soul to rest in peace. Updates from authorities are anticipated in the coming days.