The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has urged farmers to stop blocking livestock corridors and illegally turning grazing reserves into agricultural lands throughout the country. In a communiqué released after its 7th anniversary and National Executive Council meeting in Damaturu, the association’s National President, Khalil Mohammed Bello, emphasized the need to protect these designated areas.
KACRAN also cautioned pastoralists against destroying crops while moving their animals, urging both parties to settle disputes through negotiation, dialogue, and the involvement of traditional rulers rather than violence or extrajudicial measures. The group stressed that peaceful resolution mechanisms are essential for harmony.
Where livestock damages farms, KACRAN recommends compensation based on the actual assessed value of the harm. It expressed concern over reports of exorbitant demands—such as one million naira for a single cow entering a farm—and called for fairness and reasonableness in compensation claims.
Furthermore, KACRAN appealed to federal and state governments to reclaim and revitalize grazing reserves and cattle routes nationwide. This would reduce the need for long-distance drives from the North through the North Central to the South, which often lead to crop destruction and unnecessary conflicts.
The association also called on the Federal Government to enhance security, especially in the North West and North Central regions, to ensure safe operations for both farmers and herders. It noted that security is crucial for boosting food production for domestic use and export.