The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, has alleged that a herder and 18 cows were killed during an attack in Plateau State.
The incident reportedly occurred at Nyarwai village in Fan District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of the state, on Wednesday afternoon.
MACBAN’s Plateau State chairman, Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, identified the deceased as Yakubu Ishaku.
Babayo alleged that suspected “Berom militias” attacked the herders while they were tending to their cattle at about 1pm.
He also claimed that two other herders were injured during the incident, while several cattle were allegedly taken away.
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The MACBAN chairman condemned the attack, describing it as another violent incident capable of worsening tensions between communities in the state.
He called on security agencies to investigate the incident, arrest those responsible and ensure that they are prosecuted.
Babayo also urged the Plateau State Government to strengthen security and protect the lives and property of residents across the state.
He appealed to members of the Fulani community to remain calm, avoid retaliation and cooperate with security agencies during the investigation.
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