![]() There has been reported abandonment of food production by farmers in the Northeast. While Borno is the epicentre, Yobe and Adamawa states have also been ravaged. ![]() In one instance, after Boko Haram members attacked villages in the Borno State, farmers were forced to flee. Daily, the killings of farmers and other civilians have multiplied under the helpless watch of authorities. Similarly, in the North, Borno State faces growing insecurity. The activities of herdsmen have increased the number of abandoned farmlands.ĭestructive activities of herdsmen in the North Following the refusal of most communities to donate their land for the establishment of the Fulani settlements, the herdsmen adopted another method – forcefully entry of farms.įrom Ayamelum to Awka North Ogbaru to Ihiala Orumba to Anambra East and West, the story of Fulani herdsmen is the same. Most communities objected to it because of the peculiar nature of the Fulani who, they claim, once they are given a place to settle, would try to dominate the area and chase the original dwellers out. Although most Anambra communities were used to herdsmen who graze their cows essentially in places that were not cultivated, the resurgence of herdsmen began when the Federal Government mooted the idea of establishing Fulani colonies in Ibo villages. Hordes of cattle led by herders have invaded farmlands and destroyed crops of poor village farmers.Īt the moment, there is hardly any community in Anambra State that is not complaining about the negative activities of herdsmen. ![]() The destructive activities of herdsmen in communities in Iboland are becoming worrisome. They are afraid to go to their farms for fear of herders’ attacks. ![]() While restorative approaches have been advocated to address declining soil fertility, issues such as spiritual and cultural restrictions, are causing people to abandon farmlands in local communities.įor some months, farmers in Ugbenu Ajima community, Uzo-Uwani council area of Enugu State have been living in fear of incessant suspected herders on their crops as well as threat to their lives. Experts have expressed concerns as climate change-related events and insecurity on farmlands are impacting on livelihoods and contributing to greater risks of food insecurity. The nation’s food feeds a population of 120 million and supports the livelihoods of over 80 million. ![]()
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