Ogun farmers protest herders’ destruction of their crops
Farmers from several communities in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area have staged a protest over the alleged destruction of their farms by suspected herders. The farmers say their losses have reached significant amounts due to repeated grazing by cattle on their crops. They claim that ongoing intimidation and attacks have made it difficult for them to work safely. The farmers are appealing to Bola Tinubu and Dapo Abiodun for urgent intervention to prevent further crisis.
What happened
- Farmers from 10 communities protested the destruction of their crops by suspected herders.
- They estimate their losses over the past years to be at least N100m due to the activities of the herders.
- The farmers allege that meetings with herder leaders and reports to security agencies have not resolved the issue.
- Protesters carried placards calling for help from Bola Tinubu, Dapo Abiodun, and other authorities.
- Some farmers reported incidents of harassment, intimidation, and even attempted assault, urging the government to intervene.
