Bauchi Police Move Against Violent Foreign Herders

The Bauchi State commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has announced that a special operation will be launched to flush out foreign herders involved in violent or disruptive activities in the Darazo local government Aaea of the state.

He reaffirmed the state command’s commitment to fostering peace and security, stressing the need for non-violent resolutions to farmers-herders disputes as the harvest season approaches.

The commissioner gave the assurance during an operational visit to Darazo local government area, aimed at strengthening security and promoting peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders.

The event was attended by the executive chairman of Darazo local government area, community leaders, representatives of both farming and herding groups, as well as other stakeholders.

CP Aliyu said the command is collaborating with leaders from both sides through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) strategies to effectively manage and resolve conflicts.

He further disclosed that a targeted initiative would be launched to regulate the presence of foreign herders in Darazo, with the aim of safeguarding community harmony and stability.

According to a statement issued by the Police public relations officer, CSP Ahmed Mohammed, on Friday, the commissioner encouraged community members to support safety initiatives by sharing timely information with the police and adhering to the rule of law.

He also warned both farmers and herders against taking the law into their own hands.

On his part, the chairman of Darazo local government council, Hon. Sama’ila Ya’u Sade, stressed the importance of finding a sustainable solution to the recurring challenges, while calling for unity, dialogue, and cooperation among all parties.