President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to put an end to the persistent crisis between farmers and herdsmen across the country.
He disclosed that his administration was putting together policies that would put a permanent end to the crisis.
Buhari spoke while receiving delegates from Nassarawa State at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Tuesday.
The President also urged leaders at all levels to help ensure peace while his administration work towards ending the crisis.
He said: “The incessant conflicts between herders and farmers are the age-long problem, this administration is determined to find lasting solutions.
“I implore all leaders of opinion to help maintain peace while we are putting in place policies and permanent solutions.
“Just last week, I inaugurated the national economic council during that meeting, I emphasized the need to invest in education, primary health care, agriculture and security as foundations for sustainable progress.
“I want to use this forum to again solicit the support of all states to align with those four pillars. We must all have a collective vision for sustainable development.”
Comments