Dutse varsity launches research against kidnapping and banditry in the north

From Mohammed Abubakar, Dutse
The Federal University Dutse (FUD), Jigawa state, has begun a research effort geared towards addressing the perennial clashes between farmers and Fulani cattle breeders in most parts of northern Nigeria. The effort, it hoped would also help in combating banditry and kidnapping in the region through the provision of the alternative means of livelihood for the Fulani communities.
The initiative covers Jigawa and Kaduna states, with the broader objective of demonstrating how alternative livelihoods, vocational training and entrepreneurship can contribute to sustainable peace and improved community resilience.
Already a maiden workshop with the theme: “Te...