CPFF Raises Alarm Over Alleged Fulani and Cattle Killings in Plateau Amid Claims of Targeted Violence

Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Henry Owen

A group identifying itself as the “Concerned Plateau Fulani Forum” (CPFF) has drawn attention to what it describes as systematic killings of Fulani people and their cattle in Plateau State, asserting that these incidents occur alongside ongoing debates about alleged attacks on Christian communities. According to CPFF, while the narrative of a “Christian genocide” dominates public discourse, there is a parallel pattern of violence targeting Fulani residents and their livestock, allegedly perpetrated by local militias operating in various communities across the state.

The forum claims that these attacks are not isolated incidents but part of a broader trend of aggression against Fulani herders, resulting in loss of lives, property, and livelihood. CPFF’s statement suggests that such killings of both people and cattle, which are central to the Fulani way of life, are being largely underreported in mainstream narratives, fueling perceptions of bias in public discourse on security and ethnic tensions within Plateau State.

While no independent verification of the claims has been provided, the group’s statement underscores the increasingly complex security dynamics in the state, where clashes between herders, farmers, and community vigilante groups have persisted over the years. CPFF called for urgent attention from both state and federal authorities to address what it describes as “Fulani-targeted violence,” urging immediate intervention to prevent further loss of lives and property.

The group also appealed to security agencies to investigate alleged killings, hold perpetrators accountable, and implement measures to protect vulnerable Fulani communities, emphasizing that lasting peace in Plateau State requires inclusive protection for all ethnic and religious groups.

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