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Abdullahi Danwanka, the Assistant Commissioner of Police in Bauchi State has described the clashes between farmers and herders as an age-old conflict that dates back to the origin of humanity.
He stated this during a press briefing at the Bauchi state police command headquarters.
Danwanka, who is the incharge of the State Intelligence Department (SID) noted that crop farming and rearing of animals are significant sources of income for many people, and while the clashes cannot be eliminated completely, they can be managed.
He emphasised that the police will use their initiatives and tactics to calming down the situation and maintain peace in the state.
According to him, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, the police commissioner, and other security agencies have made significant efforts to maintain peace in Bauchi State.
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Danwanka commended Governor Bala Mohammed for the successful economic and investment summit, held at the Ahmadu Bello International Conference Center, which he observed will attract local and international investors to the state.
He stated that the police will continue to intervene and manage the situation to ensure peace and stability in Bauchi State.
Danwanka urged residents to support the security agencies in their efforts to maintain peace and secure the state.
