The Adamawa State Government has declared the Councilor representing Vulpi Ward of Numan Local Government Area, Makana Enan Ngari, wanted on allegation of cattle rustling.
According to a statement by Mr. Humwashi Wonosikou, Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, the Councilor is suspected of involvement in illegal deals and cattle rustling which is a violation of his oath of office.
The statement said the action is coming at a time government has succeeded at stabilizing the area after the incessant attacks on villages along the borders of Adamawa and Taraba, warning that government will not hesitate to deal with anyone found wanting no matter his position.
“Government is appealing to both herders and farmers not to take the law into their hands, but allow the law to take its course as government is doing everything possible to ensure that peace prevails between farmers and herders and all law abiding citizens,” the statement said.
It said a responsible government will not sit back and watch criminals destroy the hard earned peace it has been able to achieve and appealed to residents to help the government towards building a just and egalitarian society where peace and tranquility prevail.
By Muhammad B Muhammad
