GOVERNOR MAI MALA BUNI ADVANCING PEACE AMONGST FARMERS/HERDERS IN YOBE STATE

Continuation of Farmers/Herders Dialogu Phase 2: Data Validation and Dialogue Session in Yobe State LGAs

The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), in collaboration with the Office of the Security Adviser to the Governor Brig Gen Dahiru Abdulsalam PhD RTd, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, and key partners like the Network of CSOs, the Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, United Nations OCHA, and Plan International, is advancing efforts to resolve the farmers/herders conflict across the state.

Phase 2 Focuses on :
This phase targets data validation and dialogue sessions in the remaining eight (8) Local Government Areas (LGAs): Gujba, Gulani, Tarmuwa, Bursari, Geidam, Yunusari, Machina, and Yusufari. Stakeholders will review data submitted from 2018 to 2024 and engage in discussions to:

Analyze root causes of the conflict.

Explore mitigation strategies.

Highlight the role of local stakeholders in reducing tensions.

Evaluate existing support mechanisms for affected households and identify areas for improvement.

Phase 1 Progress update.

The first phase was successfully conducted across Potiskum, Fika, Fune, Damaturu, Nangere, Karasuwa, Nguru, Jakusko, and Bade LGAs between 2023 and 2024. It included data validation and detailed analysis of community-level challenges and interventions.

Key Stakeholders.

The sessions bring together representatives from:

LGAs, security agencies, traditional and religious leaders.

Farmers, herders, youth, and women’s associations.

Vigilante groups and civil defense corps.

Following the LGA-level sessions, a state-level validation and dissemination of findings will be held to present actionable recommendations for sustainable peacebuilding and development in Yobe State.

Together, we are committed to fostering harmony, improving livelihoods, and ensuring lasting peace amongst Farmers and Herders in the state in line with policies and directives of His Excellency Governor Mai Mala Buni CON.