Minister talks only of cattle owners or ranchers, but not at all of herders, who are essentially the cause of the problem. The cattle owners or ranchers are no doubt a part of the problem but the part they play seems somewhat peripheral. From the Minister’s presentation, the cattle colony scheme may magnify the problems beyond what they presently are. Does the right to the exclusive use, management and control of the land belong to the Federal Government, the cattle owners or the herdsmen? Religious implications of the establishment of cattle colonies in every state of the federationIn considering the religious implications of establishing cattle colonies in every State of the Federation, it is necessary to recall to mind what Sheikh Gumi wrote about Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto.

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 24, 2018 04:05 UTC