Fulani herdsmen news
Here are some recent news articles and updates about Fulani herdsmen in Nigeria:
Recent Attacks and Clashes
- On February 22, 2023, Fulani herdsmen attacked a village in Benue State, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others. (Source: BBC News)
- On February 15, 2023, a clash between Fulani herdsmen and farmers in Taraba State left at least 20 people dead. (Source: Vanguard News)
- On January 25, 2023, Fulani herdsmen attacked a village in Plateau State, killing at least 5 people and injuring several others. (Source: Premium Times)
Government Efforts to Address the Issue
- In February 2023, the Nigerian government launched a new initiative to address the conflict between Fulani herdsmen and farmers, which includes the establishment of a special task force to monitor and respond to conflicts. (Source: This Day Live)
- In January 2023, the government announced plans to establish a cattle ranch in each of the 36 states of the country to address the issue of grazing and conflict. (Source: The Punch)
Humanitarian Crisis
- The conflict between Fulani herdsmen and farmers has led to a humanitarian crisis in several states, with thousands of people displaced and in need of assistance. (Source: UNHCR)
- In February 2023, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) launched an appeal for funding to support its humanitarian response to the crisis. (Source: ICRC)
Political and Social Tensions
- The conflict between Fulani herdsmen and farmers has also led to political and social tensions in Nigeria, with some groups calling for the government to take stronger action to address the issue. (Source: The Guardian)
- In February 2023, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, called for the government to take action to address the conflict and protect the rights of farmers. (Source: Vanguard News)
International Concerns
- The conflict between Fulani herdsmen and farmers has also raised concerns internationally, with some human rights groups calling for the government to take action to address the issue. (Source: Amnesty International)
- In February 2023, the European Union called on the Nigerian government to take action to address the conflict and protect the rights of farmers. (Source: EU News)
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