Police open up on the menace of Fulani herdsmen, kidnappers
….speaks on the role of NBA...
The activities of Fulani herdsmen in Delta State has become a source of concern and have become a major threat to lives and property of the host communities in the State. Fulani herdsmen have been attacking farmers, destroying their crops, raping their women while killing those who challenge them in the process. They have also been involved in various acts of transit robberies at different axis in the state. In this interview with Saturday Vanguard, Delta State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Ikechukwu Aduba, speaks on the challenges of containing the menace of the Fulani nomads and kidnappers in the State. Excerpt:
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