Plateau MACBAN petitions Gov. Mutfwang, DSS, OPEP, over alleged attacks on herders, poisoning of cattle

The Plateau State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has petitioned Governor Caleb Mutfwang and security agencies over repeated attacks on herders and cattle poisoning. The petition, dated April 23, 2026, details incidents occurring between April 18 and 23, including the poisoning of 10 cows in Rakung and nine in Lokojora. MACBAN urges security agencies to investigate these incidents and provide support to affected herders.