By Andrew Haruna | Lagos
Nigeria News Today – The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has announced sweeping measures to curb the recurring clashes between herders and farmers in the South West zone.
At a press briefing in Lagos on Sunday, the group, in collaboration with the Council of Fulani Chiefs of South West Nigeria, declared a ban on night grazing, state-to-state migration of herders, and the carrying of firearms.
The association said the decisions were reached to stem the tide of conflicts, banditry, kidnappings, and farmland destruction that have led to the loss of lives and property in the region.
Zero Tolerance for Criminality
Speaking on behalf of the group, leaders condemned the rising wave of criminal activities linked to some herders, stressing that such acts do not represent the Fulani community.
“We have taken bold steps to address these issues. We will no longer tolerate criminal elements hiding under the cover of herding. We call on security agencies to identify and prosecute both the perpetrators and their collaborators within host communities,” the association stated.
The group also reassured farmers and residents across the South West that peaceful coexistence remains their priority, urging members to adhere strictly to the new guidelines.
Security Agencies Urged to Act
Miyetti Allah further appealed to the police, military, and other security outfits to intensify surveillance and enforcement in order to ensure that the new measures are respected and violators held accountable.
The association insisted that the bans would help reduce tension, rebuild trust, and secure livelihoods in rural communities across the South West.
