Fayose accuses Wike of fearing cows more than humans over Abuja cattle issue
Fayose accused Wike of fearing cows more than humans after the FCT Minister told reporters, "I won’t talk about cows, it’s national security. Tell NSA and all of them to sit down and know what they will do about it," when questioned about cattle roaming Abuja streets. According to DAILY POST, Fayose said in a Wednesday Facebook post that this response showed a government "afraid of cows but quick to disrespect human beings," warning supporters would "go down in history as wicked Nigerians."
This reflects growing frustration over livestock management in Nigeria's capital, where roaming cattle disrupt traffic, damage property, and occasionally spark violence—issues affecting daily life for residents in areas like Wuse and Garki. The FCT administration's deferral to security agencies highlights the complexity of balancing urban order with pastoralist rights, a tension echoing nationwide farmer-herder conflicts that impact food security and commute times across Abuja.
As authorities address this persistent challenge, what balanced approach should they prioritize—designated grazing routes, community engagement with herders, or updated bylaw enforcement—to ensure both public safety and livelihood protections without over-reliance on security forces?