Troops arrest herder over alleged farm destruction in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have apprehended a herder over alleged destruction of farmland in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the troops, stationed at Anule, responded to a report of farm destruction in the area at about 12:00 p.m. on May 3.
On arrival, the troops reportedly found a herder grazing cattle on cultivated farmland, causing significant damage to crops.
The suspect was subsequently arrested and handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation and necessary action.
Efforts are ongoing to prevent further incidents and ensure peaceful coexistence between farming and herding communities in the area.
