Abia, like other states in the south have accused herders of perpetrating crimes and destroying farmlands, causing reprisals from indigenes
He also noted that a recent meeting held by South-West governors with herders in the region helped to douse rising tensions in Ondo and Oyo.
“Quite frankly, the governors are at the mercy of federal security agencies to implement certain laws.”
Supporting the South Western Security Network was the only means to combat insecurity in the region, Mr Adams concluded.
The cattle breeders’ association held a meeting with Yoruba leaders on Monday.
The Ekiti governor spoke at a meeting of Fulani and Yoruba leaders in Akure on Monday.
Eviction notices slammed on the herdsmen in some Southwestern states has sparked a national controversy.
The silence of the political class is a dangerous tell-tale sign that things are wrong, Mr. Saraki said.
“The rich Fulani’s must come together & assist our fellow brothers to get reaching land or forest for grazing,” he said.
Fulani herdsmen have been repeatedly touted as key instigators of numerous violent atrocities being perpetrated by criminals.
