Kwara governor Abdulfatah Ahmed appoints special assistant on Fulani affairs

The governor of Kwara state, Abdulfatah Ahmed, has appointed Abdul-Azeez Muhammad as his special assistant on Fulani affairs. The appointment was contained in a statemnet issued by the secretary to the state government (SSG), Isiaka Gold.

The special adviser will represent Miyetti-Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), the umbrella body of herdsmen, in the governor’s administration as the governors pushes for a better relationship between herdsmen, farmers and business owners in the state.

Gold said the appointment became necessary following the numerous clashes between herdsmen and farmers witnessed in various states.