Niger State Government Takes Step Towards Resettling Displaced Fulani Pastoral Communities

The Niger State Government has taken a significant step towards addressing the plight of displaced Fulani pastoral communities in the Kaliko Forest Reserve. The Secretary to the Government of Niger State, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, has inaugurated a 15-member committee tasked with facilitating the resettlement of these communities.



The committee's primary objective is to develop a detailed and inclusive resettlement plan that respects the cultural identity, traditional practices, and livelihood systems of the pastoral communities. To achieve this, the committee will:

Assess the current conditions, needs, and vulnerabilities of the displaced pastoralist communities

Develop a tailored resettlement and integration plan for the Kaliko Forest Reserve area

-Submit periodic updates detailing progress, emerging challenges, and key recommendations to ensure transparency and accountability

The resettlement of the Fulani pastoral communities is expected to promote peaceful coexistence, enhance social stability, and improve the livelihoods of the communities. The committee's work will also contribute to the State Government's broader development agenda.

The committee comprises representatives from relevant government agencies, traditional institutions, and pastoral community leaders. This holistic approach ensures that the resettlement plan is inclusive and participatory.

The committee has been given two months to complete its assignment, with the possibility of an extension based on progress reports and further directives from the State Government.

The Chairman of the Committee and Commissioner for Nomadic and Pastoral Affairs, Hon. Umar Sanda Rabe, has expressed gratitude to the State Government for the trust reposed in the committee. He assured stakeholders that the committee will deliver a fair, sustainable, and culturally sensitive resettlement plan that aligns with the State Government's development agenda.

The Niger State Government's initiative to resettle displaced Fulani pastoral communities is a significant step towards promoting peaceful coexistence and sustainable development in the State. The committee's work will be closely watched, and its success will depend on the effective implementation of its mandate.


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