The Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Fulani socio-cultural association has launched 4,000-strong vigilante group as part of efforts to curtail insecurity in the state.
In his inaugural address, the national president of the association, Abdullahi Bello Bodejo, said the primary objective of the nomadic vigilante group was to help secure the livelihoods of farmers and herders, and aid sharing of information and intelligence with security agencies.
He said the group will provide voluntary activities such as first aid, community security, and relief services to affected communities as well as help in communal development efforts.
He described the move as a manifestation of shared commitment to economic prosperity, job creation, and the fight against banditry and cattle rustling.
In a remark, the national secretary, Alhassan Sule, said personnel will undergo rigorous training from renowned security organisations before commencement of operations.
Meanwhile, the state Commissioner of Police, Usman Nadada, advised the volunteers to abide by rules of engagement in carrying out their duties.
Badada urged the general public to cooperate with the vigilantes in the fight against kidnapping and banditry in the state. He added that the group is not allowed to bear except the ones provided by the police in the discharge of its duties.
