A tragic incident has been reported in Nigeria after a father allegedly killed his son over claims that the young man was planning to harm him.

According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred following a domestic altercation that escalated into violence, resulting in the son’s death.

Community sources said the father acted out of suspicion that his son intended to carry out an attack against him, though full details surrounding the circumstances remain unclear.

Security operatives have since arrested the suspect, while investigations are ongoing to determine the exact sequence of events that led to the fatal confrontation.

Residents in the area described the incident as shocking, calling for calm as authorities continue their probe into the matter.

Police authorities are expected to provide further details as investigations progress.