FG’s Ranching Imposition in Benue: Why the State Is Fighting Back

The Federal Government’s push for ranching in Benue State has sparked a fresh debate over federal authority, state autonomy, herder-farmer relations and the search for a lasting solution to insecurity.

In this video, we examine the controversy surrounding the alleged imposition of ranching in Benue, the position of the state government, and whether ranching can genuinely address the recurring clashes between farmers and herders.

We discuss:

Why the Federal Government is pushing ranching in Benue.
Benue’s position on the ranching policy.
The constitutional and political questions surrounding the issue.
The impact on farmers, herders and local communities.
Whether ranching can end the recurring security crisis.