FARMERS AND HERDERS IN MOWE COMMUNITY RESOLVE ANIMAL CRUELTY DISPUTE, LEADERS PLEDGE PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE

AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM

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Following recent tensions over the reported killing of six cows belonging to the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders of Nigeria, Agege Chapter, the Ogun State Police Command successfully mediated peace between herders and farmers in Mowe community.

The incident, which occurred on January 23, 2025, was reported by Alhaji Muhammed, the Miyetti Allah Chairman and Seriki Fulani of Abbatoir, Agege. He alleged that six cows were killed, and one injured, identifying the Baale of Amu Village, Abiodun Ogunyemi, as the prime suspect. The police promptly arrested the suspect and launched an investigation into the matter.

To prevent further escalation, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, directed the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Mowe to engage stakeholders and mediate a resolution. A meeting hosted by the DPO brought together leaders, including Alhaji Muhammed, the farmers’ representative, and Baale Amu Village Chief Alani Ogunremi.

During the meeting, both parties agreed to reconcile and pledged to avoid future conflicts. As part of the agreement, the villagers consented to allocate designated grazing areas to the herders. The Miyetti Allah leaders, in turn, agreed to assess the designated land and provide feedback to the Divisional Police Officer.

CP Lanre Ogunlowo commended the commitment of both parties to peace and emphasized the importance of continuous dialogue and mutual respect to foster harmony in the community.

The Ogun State Police Command, has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and order while urging all stakeholders to support the efforts to prevent similar incidents in the future.