Zulum inaugurates committee on farmer-herder conflict, others

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has initiated steps to resolve farmer-herder conflicts by forming a 21-member committee. Their two-month mandate includes identifying causes of clashes and proposing preventive measures, with members from security agencies, Miyetti Allah Association, Alhaya Development Association, and traditional institutions. In addition, Zulum inaugurated the Bama Phase II Reconstruction Committee and the Streetlight Maintenance and Installation Committee to aid reconstruction efforts and resettlement, aiming to facilitate the return of displaced persons to secure areas. Source: Vanguard

Our Review
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has taken significant strides to address the recurring conflicts between farmers and herders by establishing a 21-member committee tasked with a two-month mandate. This committee aims to investigate the root causes of clashes and propose proactive measures to prevent future incidents. It comprises representatives from security agencies, the Miyetti Allah Association, Alhaya Development Association, and traditional institutions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to conflict resolution.
In addition to the conflict resolution efforts, Governor Zulum has inaugurated the Bama Phase II Reconstruction Committee and the Streetlight Maintenance and Installation Committee. These initiatives are crucial for advancing reconstruction efforts in Bama and addressing resettlement challenges, particularly those aimed at facilitating the safe return of internally displaced persons to rebuilt and secure areas.
The committees have expressed gratitude for their appointments and are committed to fulfilling their respective roles within the designated timelines. These actions underscore Governor Zulum’s commitment to promoting peace, stability, and sustainable development in Borno State amidst ongoing challenges.