Nigerians commend Governor Fayose on Ban of cattle grazing:

Governor Ayodele Fayose declared war on the Fulani herdsmen in Ekiti state – He also banned grazing and rearing of cattle in the state, saying those interested in cattle farming should get their own private cattle ranch –

Nigerians commended Fayose and expressed hope that other governors would follow his steps Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Fayose Governor Ayodele Fayose, while addressing local hunters at Oke-Ako Ekiti. Ayodele Fayose, the governor of Ekiti state, has declared war on the Fulani herdsmen in the state and vowed to raise N2.5 million for local hunters to defend the communities against the attackers. “If I cannot provide adequate security for you, it is better for me to leave this office. The only reason you voted for me is because you know I am competent to do the needful in circumstances like this. Nobody will take Ekiti away from us,” the governor said. Fayose also banned grazing and rearing of cattle in the state, saying those interested in cattle farming should get their own private cattle ranch.

The governor became the first ever state executive to take such a drastic measure in the country. Undoubtedly, Fayose’s decision triggered mixed reactions among Nigerians. Although some people described his move “extreme and grandstanding”, majority commended him and expressed hope that other governors would follow his steps. Meanwhile, the foremost Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has thrown its weight behind the governor’s decision to ban cattle grazing in Ekiti state. According to the group, the action of the governor “should jolt the federal government that has appeared largely indifferent to the murderous activities of the Fulani herdsmen to act responsibly over this matter.”