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Fulani Nationality Movement wants to tear Nigeria apart – Miyetti Allah cries out
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has slammed the Fulani Nationality Movement for creating what it termed ember of discord among Nigerians.
MACBAN said the recent comment made by the Fulani group in the media suggested that they don’t want peace in the nation.
Baba Othman Ngelzarma, National Secretary, in a statement personally signed and sent to DAILY POST on Sunday, called on the Nigerian government to go after those heating up the polity with inflammatory comments.
The state reads in full.
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) condemns in its totality the recent upsurge of violence in three Local Government Areas of Plateau State where hundreds of innocent lives were lost and millions of naira worth of properties destroyed. This violence must be condemned by all well-meaning Nigerians.
The Association commiserates with the good people of Plateau State, particularly the families affected and His Excellency, the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Simon Bako Lalong who had invested so much energy in the last three years to ensure that peace and tranquility is sustained for the well-being of all. We also appreciate the support of the Federal Government in deploying more security Personnel to sustain the peace and steps taken so far.
We, however, regret that some unpatriotic citizens across the divide are hell bent on destroying the long term efforts to build peace in the State. Government must deal with those playing politics with the lives and property of ordinary citizens.
It is our belief that there are no gainers, and all are losers in this crisis. Government, civil society peace building activists and so many communities had invested so much in ending the cycles of violence and making the peace, and we should not allow these efforts to fail.
We are particularly concerned by a series of incendiary social media accounts, also relayed by the mainstream media that have further heightened the tension. One example will suffice here; a faceless group with the name “The Fulani Nationality Movement” -(FUNAM), which came up with a very inflammatory press release which is aimed at fanning the embers of hatred and sowing the seeds of discord between the Fulani and other Nigerians.
We make bold to say that to the best of our knowledge there is no such association in Nigeria. It was therefore hastily crafted to cash in on the unfortunate events in Jos in order to fuel the crisis further. Government should investigate this issue, find out the purveyors of such hate speech and prosecute them for their crimes against the Nigerian people.
We urge the government to be fair and just to all in handling the crisis and provide necessary support and assistance to the victims in order to reduce their sufferings.
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria welcomes the Federal Government’s National Livestock Transformation plan, which we believe will go a long way in reducing the unnecessary feuds that had characterized the relationship between pastoralists and farmers across Nigeria. We urge all Nigerians to think along the lines of finding win-win solutions that would work for both pastoralists and farmers so that the country as a whole can progress.
We also call on security agencies to be more proactive in dealing with signs and symptoms indicating the emergence of communal conflicts so that issues could be resolved before they get out of control.
We condemn the attitude of allowing communities blocking highways and hacking innocent travelers to death without them bearing the consequences.
MACBAN wishes to state emphatically that as an organization we don’t believe in reprisal attacks because two wrongs cannot make a right. We uphold the rule of law, we stand for peace and security for all and are willing to partner government at all levels and our neighbours to ensure that peace is restored, sustained and achieved.
MACBAN is ready to work with religious leaders across the divide (Muslim/Christian) for the sustenance of peace and well being in Nigeria. As such we appeal to all religious leaders to be conscious of statements that will further increase religious intolerance in the country.
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The notice was presented yesterday during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action follows Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dala said the allegations stem from Abdussalam’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government (2023–2024) and his current role as deputy governor. He accused the deputy governor of diverting funds meant for the 44 local government councils.
According to the majority leader, Abdussalam allegedly received N1.5 million monthly from each council between June 2023 and January 2024, totaling N462 million. Between February and July 2024, he allegedly collected N3.255 million monthly from each council under the guise of special assignments, amounting to N726 million.
Dala also accused the deputy governor of abuse of office, claiming he facilitated payments of N10 million from each council to NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, totaling N440 million, in violation of state procurement laws.
“The misuse of official capacity to confer undue advantage constitutes abuse of power and undermines public trust,” Dala told lawmakers, adding that the allegations amount to gross misconduct under the Constitution.
The impeachment notice was reportedly endorsed by 38 lawmakers, meeting the constitutional threshold to proceed. The Speaker has acknowledged receipt, and the House is expected to serve the allegations on the deputy governor.
If approved, a panel may be constituted by the state Chief Judge to investigate the claims.
As of filing, Abdussalam had yet to respond publicly to the allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated a seven-member committee on the establishment of state police, giving it four weeks to submit its report.
The inauguration was held during his maiden conference with senior police officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Charging members of the panel to discharge their duties with professionalism and objectivity, Disu described the assignment as “both significant and timely,” noting that it would shape the framework through which state policing may operate in Nigeria.
“In carrying out this assignment, your deliberations must be guided by professionalism, objectivity, and a clear appreciation of the unique complexities of policing a diverse nation such as our own,” the IGP said.
He stated that if properly designed and effectively implemented, state policing holds significant potential benefits for the country.
“By bringing law enforcement closer to communities, state police institutions can deepen local knowledge of security dynamics and enable quicker and more targeted responses to emerging threats,” he added.
The committee is expected to review existing policing models within and outside Nigeria, assess community security needs and emerging risks, and propose an operational framework for the establishment and coordination of state police structures.
It will also address issues relating to recruitment, training, standards and resource allocation, as well as develop accountability and oversight mechanisms to ensure professionalism and public trust.
The panel is chaired by Olu Ogunsakin, with Bode Ojajuni as secretary. Other members are Emmanuel Ojukwu, Okebechi Agora, Suleyman Gulma, Ikechukwu Okafor and Tolulope Ipinmisho.
Disu said the committee had about four weeks to conclude its assignment and submit a comprehensive report.
The move marks one of the first major steps taken by the new police chief since his appointment and confirmation a few days ago.
The development comes amid rising security concerns across the country, with several stakeholders advocating state policing as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier asked the National Assembly to commence the process of amending relevant laws to pave the way for the creation of state police.
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Olatunji Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
Disu took the oath of office at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
The President also administered the oath of office to six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and two commissioners of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC).
The ceremonies were witnessed by ministers, senior government officials and family members of the appointees.
The council meeting began shortly after the swearing-in.
In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs EsthMrs.Walson-Jack.
Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, by President Tinubu, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
His appointment was subsequently endorsed by the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).
The former Assistant Inspector-General of Police assumed office last Wednesday.
He previously served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, after his promotion to the rank last year.
A former head of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Disu has pledged to deliver accountable, modern and professional policing.
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