Miyetti Allah Raises Security, Grazing Concerns During Meeting With FCT Police
Members of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Fulani Socio-Cultural Association have raised concerns over security and grazing-related challenges affecting herders in the Federal Capital Territory, prompting discussions with police authorities on possible interventions.
A delegation of the association, led by its North-Central Zonal Chairman, Alhaji Gidado Idris Bebeji, met with the Commissioner of Police in the FCT, Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, on Monday to outline issues members say are affecting their activities across the territory.
According to the group, recurring disputes involving farmers, local vigilante groups, cattle rustling, attacks by kidnappers, and alleged cases of cattle poisoning have continued to create pressure within herding communities.
The association also expressed concern over what it described as increasing encroachment on traditional grazing routes by expanding residential developments, estates, and farming activities. It argued that the situation has contributed to rising tension between herders, host communities, and farmers.
Responding during the engagement, CP Sanusi acknowledged the concerns presented by the delegation and assured that issues falling within the operational scope of the FCT Police Command would receive attention in line with the law.
The police commissioner explained that matters outside the command’s direct mandate would be communicated to relevant authorities for further action.
Sanusi also indicated plans to strengthen engagement with farmers, community leaders and other stakeholders to encourage dialogue and reduce conflict across affected communities.
While addressing the delegation, the police commissioner raised concerns about certain grazing practices, including the use of underaged children for cattle grazing, movement of cattle at night, and grazing activities within urban areas.
He warned against herding along major roads and within city centres, stating that such practices pose risks to residents, herders and livestock.
According to him, restricting grazing activities to suitable outskirts and avoiding cultivated farmland would help reduce disputes and support peaceful coexistence.
The meeting comes amid broader conversations around land use, urban expansion and security management within the Federal Capital Territory, where competing demands over land and movement continue to shape relations between communities.
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