One injured as farmers, herders clash in Jigawa community
Sule Tankarkar, Jigawa State – The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) confirmed a violent encounter between herders and farmers in Sule Tankarkar Local Government Area on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on November 11, 2026, following allegations that herders had damaged crops belonging to local farmers.
Badruddeen Tijjani Mahmud, the Corps’ Public Relations Officer, provided details in a statement to GTR Hausa. He reported that the confrontation arose after farmers claimed their crops were destroyed by herders passing through the village.
Mahmud stated that the herders fled the scene after the incident, leaving behind six donkeys and one cow. He noted that security operatives were actively monitoring the situation in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies to prevent further violence and maintain peace within the community.
The NSCDC State Commandant further urged both farmers and herders to exercise restraint and respect each other’s rights. He emphasized the importance of resolving disputes through lawful means rather than resorting to violence.
