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MACBAN Issues Strong Warning Over Cattle Poisoning in Plateau
MACBAN Plateau cattle poisoning warning issued as herders decry attacks in Barkin Ladi, urging security agencies to act swiftly
Plateau State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria has issued a strong warning over what it described as persistent attacks on Fulani herders and the killing of livestock in rural communities, urging immediate intervention by security agencies to prevent escalation.
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MACBAN Plateau cattle poisoning warning was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the State Chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, who alleged that herders operating in parts of Barkin Ladi and Riyom Local Government Areas have continued to suffer repeated assaults.
Alhaji Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo condemned a recent incident in which nine cows were allegedly killed in the Rakum community of Barkin Ladi on 18 April, describing the act as “senseless and provocative,” and warning that such developments threaten fragile peace in the area.
According to Alhaji Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, the affected herders were carrying out lawful grazing activities when they were allegedly attacked, resulting in significant economic loss to already vulnerable pastoral families.
He described the destruction of livestock as both “inhumane and economically damaging,” adding that continued attacks could heighten tensions between communities in the state.
The association called on security agencies to investigate the incident thoroughly, identify those responsible, and ensure they are brought to justice without delay.
Alhaji Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo also appealed to community leaders, youth groups, and stakeholders in Barkin Ladi to exercise restraint and avoid any form of retaliation, warning that violence would only deepen mistrust.
MACBAN chairman reaffirmed the association’s commitment to peaceful coexistence and dialogue, urging authorities to adopt proactive measures to protect lives and property across affected communities.
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He stressed that sustainable peace in Plateau State could only be achieved through mutual understanding and strict enforcement of law and order.
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to rehabilitating and repositioning Nigeria’s dormant national refineries, declaring that the facilities will not be allowed to become stranded assets.
Tinubu was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Mrs Patience Oyekunle, at the 20th OTL Africa Downstream Energy Week in Lagos on Monday.
The President said the government is adopting a more rigorous and commercially sustainable approach to the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna refineries.
“At the same time, the government remains committed to ensuring that existing national refining assets are not allowed to become stranded investments,” the statement said.
“We are pursuing a more rigorous, commercially sustainable approach to the rehabilitation and repositioning of our refineries, supported by technical assessment, stronger partnerships, and improved operational discipline.”
The objective, according to the administration, is for Nigeria to refine more of its crude oil, create greater domestic value and become a reliable supplier of energy to Africa.
The national refineries, managed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), have remained largely inactive for years despite significant spending on turnaround maintenance. The NNPC has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese firms as part of ongoing efforts to revive the facilities.
Tinubu also noted the contribution of private refining capacity, particularly the Dangote Refinery, which has reached its 650,000 barrels-per-day nameplate capacity, in strengthening Nigeria’s prospects of becoming a net exporter of refined petroleum products.
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