Yobe State government has engaged critical stakeholders as part of strategies to nip farmers/herders conflict in the bud.

An expanded security meeting chaired by Governor Mai Mala Buni brought together heads of security agencies, Emirs of Ngelzarma and Jajere, as well as local government chairmen and leaders of Miyetti Allah.

The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Idi Barde Gubana, said the security meeting was aimed at reviewing and analysing the security situation across the state and to ensure that citizens are safe and their property adequately protected.

He further explained that the harvest period usually comes with crisis, hence there is need to keep a close watch so as to avoid clashes between farmers and herders, more especially with the bumper harvest recorded this season.

After extensive deliberations, participants at the meeting came up with some measures expected to bring lasting and sustainable solution on the perennial clashes between farmers and herders in the state.

The adopted measures include utilisation and implementation of conflict resolution mechanisms; intensive surveillance and prompt response to security matters; sensitization, engagement and enlightenment campaigns, as well as proactive measures by stakeholders and community leaders.

The governor appealed to residents of the state to continue to support security agencies by providing necessary information.

Yobe Govt, stakeholders meet on farmers, herders conflict