By: John Bassey, Kebbi.
Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has appealed to Fulanis and farmers in Kanzanna village, Bunza Local Government Area, to embrace peace and live harmoniously following the recent clash that led to loss of lives and property.
The Governor appealed on Sunday during a sympathy visit to the community, describing his presence as a personal show of love and concern. “Everything happens by the will of God,” he said, appreciating local leaders’ efforts to prevent future occurrences.
Governor Idris emphasized that peace is the foundation of progress, warning residents against taking the law into their own hands.
“There is nothing as precious as peace. Anyone aggrieved should always seek redress through the right channels.
” Government will not tolerate people taking the law into their hands for selfish reasons,” he cautioned.
He reminded the people of Bunza that violence was alien to their character and urged both Fulanis and farmers to “give peace a chance,” assuring continued government support to victims.
Earlier, Chairman of Bunza LGA, Hon. Zayyanu Shehu, commended the Governor for his visit and ₦30 million donation to the victims.
He noted that the Governor had earlier sent the Deputy Governor with relief materials worth ₦20 million. Other prominent Kebbi leaders, including Senator Atiku Bagudu and former Governor Saidu Dakingari, jointly donated ₦20 million, while Senator Adamu Aliero and Dan Majen Gwandu contributed ₦5 million each.
The Chairman further explained that stakeholders had met to resolve the crisis and praised security agencies for their quick response.
In their remarks, the District Head of Tilli, Alhaji Muhammad Jabbo, and the Secretary of Miyetti Allah, Malam Aminu Gerere, appreciated the Governor’s intervention and pledged sustained peace efforts, disclosing that several reconciliatory meetings had already been held between the farmers and herders.