‘Plateau govt must compensate us if it wants peace’ – Fulani group

A Fulani advocacy group, Voice of Fulani, has demanded that the Plateau State Government provide monetary compensation for the suffering endured by their people, destruction of their communities, and rustling of their livestock over the past two decades. The group made the demand in a communiqué issued at the culmination of their congress meeting in Jos on Friday.

The Fulani people in Plateau State have faced numerous attacks, property destruction, and displacement by local militia gangs in communities such as Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Mangu, Bassa, Bokkos, Jos South, and Jos East. These incidents have not only affected their well-being but also disrupted their livelihoods. The group's convener, Alhassan Lamido, emphasized that the monetary compensation for these losses cannot be accurately quantified yet, as the group continues to take stock of their losses and consult with Fulani leaders across the state to determine the necessary figures.

However, Lamido assured that the compensation amount would likely exceed billions of naira. He also noted that the Plateau Government's attempt to frame the Fulani people as aggressors is a deliberate attempt to shift blame. The group is compiling evidence, including hundreds of reports, videos, and pictures, to substantiate their claims and present a comprehensive position to the world in their pursuit of justice.