Stakeholders seek solutions to Jigawa farmer-herder clashes
Jigawa State stakeholders have united to address ongoing tensions between farmers and herders. Recent violence has led to loss of lives and destruction of farm produce in several local government areas. Auwalu Garba, chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) in Jigawa, emphasized the importance of cooperation among all parties. The roadmap presented aims to foster peace and stability across the state.
What we know
- In Yelwan Musari village, Guri Local Government Area, a violent clash on December 7, 2025 resulted in the death of two farmers and injuries to several others, including a police officer.
- AFAN organised a one-day stakeholders’ seminar in Dutse, bringing together farmers, herders, security agencies, and community leaders.
- Auwalu Garba highlighted the need for understanding, identifying challenges, and finding lasting solutions for peace.
- Prof. Ado Jangargari stressed the importance of enlightenment on forest reserves, grazing reserves, and cattle routes, as well as proactive law enforcement.
- Participants urged security agencies to enforce laws and called for grassroots peace-resolution strategies to end the recurring conflict.
