Members of the Oyo community protested and demanded the expulsion of armed Fulani herders from their community.
The community, Alaropo Nla in Oyo State, has experienced a series of regrettable incidents that never seem to end.
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..Says they are fed up…
A series of regrettable incidents that never seem to end in the town of Alaropo Nla, Òyó State.
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The indigenous people, primarily farmers, are deeply offended by the atrocities committed by the suspected Fulani herders. These acts have destroyed farmlands, caused food shortages, and negatively impacted the lives of the locals.
They are pleading with the government to intervene and prevent these incidents from happening again. Additionally, they stated that when they confront the herders about allowing their animals to graze on their farms, these armed trespassers threaten them.
Source: ImoleTvYoruba.