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Police Commissioner express displeasure over farmer, herders clash in Yobe
Police Commissioner express displeasure over farmer, herders clash in Yobe
By: Our Reporter
The Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, has expressed displeasure over the recent incidents of farmland disputes and farmer/herder clashes in the state. The command recorded 14 incidents during the period under review, resulting in loss of lives and several hospitalizations.
A statement from DSP Dungus Abdul Karim said the Commissioner of Police calls for a reassessment of how farmlands are allocated to farmers by local authorities, especially as the farming season approaches. The command is currently investigating an incident that claimed one life and left several others hospitalized. Suspects allegedly claim trespass and unlawful cultivation and resort to illegal and arbitrary means to evict intruders.
“On July 1, 2024, personnel from the Nangere Divisional Police Headquarters apprehended Mohammed Bulama (aka Mai Zarma), 65, the Village Head of Gazarkuma Village, Nangere LGA. He mobilized a gang of youth with deadly objects, including knives, cutlasses, bows, and arrows, and attacked a farmland belonging to Maigari Mato 65, at Gubate Village The attack resulted in the death of a tractor driver, Mohammed Kabiru, 35, and grievous injuries to Hassan Lawan.” The statement said.
In a similar vein, on June 26, 2024, at about 1600hr, police in Damagum arrested Abduwahab Abubakar, 40, and four other suspects for conspiring and attacking Hussaini Lawan Sani, 45, of Goba Abba Village. The assailants, carrying dangerous objects, attacked and robbed the victim of N250,000.00. The suspects are currently behind bars, and a discreet investigation is ongoing at the State CID.
“The recurring incidents are attributed to a lack of early reporting of aggressive trespass, previous unsettled disputes, and informal arrangements in allocating farmlands. Criminally minded community members are taking the law into their hands for ulterior motives. The command will not hesitate to arrest and prosecute culprits.” The statement added.
The Commissioner of Police further urges local authorities to address issues of farmland disputes and farmer/herder clashes by organizing seasonal community engagement to facilitate a long-lasting, peaceful partnership between farmers and herders. The command is equally committed to addressing agro-related conflict issues through designed programs for parties at various LGAs.
The Divisional Police Headquarters are directed to:
Encourage early referral of disputes
- Organize monthly community engagement of farm owners and herders
- Ensure robust surveillance on mischievous elements
He reiterated that mob action is a crime, and individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty by the court. Any assault on a person suspected of committing a crime or being arrested after committing a crime is a violation of human rights. He appreciates the public’s cooperation and urges them to continue reporting incidents to the authorities.
Police Commissioner express displeasure over farmer, herders clash in Yobe
Gunmen attack ruga settlement in Kaduna, one killed, another injured
By: Zagazola Makama
One person has been confirmed dead and another seriously injured following an attack by unknown gunmen on a Ruga settlement in Unguwar Barka, Makarfi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Zagazola Makama report that the attack occurred at about 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 28, when the assailants, armed with sophisticated weapons, invaded the settlement and opened fire on residents.
Lawan Shehu, aged 37, was shot in the head and fatally injured, while another victim, Bello Shehu, 25, sustained serious gunshot wounds to his hand.
Both victims were rushed to the General Hospital in Makarfi, where Lawan Shehu was later confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.
Security operatives have since visited the scene, and investigation is ongoing to track down and arrest the perpetrators of the attack.
Gunmen attack ruga settlement in Kaduna, one killed, another injured
Twin sisters drown in Song LGA, Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Tragedy struck in Golantabal village, Song Local Government Area of Adamawa State, as two 13-year-old twin sisters drowned while swimming in a pond on Saturday.
Source from the Adamawa State Police Command confirmed the incident to Zagazola Makama on Sunday.
According to the sources, the twin sisters, Hassana and Hussaina Garabiya, had gone to the farm earlier in the day and stopped by a pond to swim on their way back home around 2:30 p.m.
The sources said a distress call was received at about 3:50 p.m., prompting a swift response by the police.
The DPO, along with officers, visited the scene and coordinated efforts with local divers, who successfully recovered the bodies of the two girls.
The corpses were conveyed to the Cottage Hospital in Song, where they were deposited at the morgue for autopsy.
The police expressed condolences to the family and urged parents and guardians to caution their children against swimming in open water bodies, especially during the rainy season.
Twin sisters drown in Song LGA, adamawa
Two young farmers found dead in Taraba community
By: Zagazola Makama
Tension has gripped Bandawa-Kota community in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State following the discovery of the lifeless bodies of two young men in a nearby bush.
Zagazola Makama report that the deceased, identified as Monday Samuel and Kawu Rabo, reportedly left their homes on Friday, June 27, to work on their farm but never returned.
Worried by their disappearance, family members and youths from the community launched a search on Saturday morning. Their bodies were eventually found in the bush, raising concerns of suspected foul play.
The incident has sparked outrage in the area, with residents calling for justice and demanding swift action to apprehend those behind the killings.
The corpses of the victims were recovered by the police and documented before being released to the families for burial, in accordance with local customs.
Efforts are ongoing to identify and arrest the culprits.
Two young farmers found dead in Taraba community
Gunmen attack ruga settlement in Kaduna, one killed, another injured
Twin sisters drown in Song LGA, Adamawa
Two young farmers found dead in Taraba community
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