Reno Omokri Unravels Why Plateau Killings Persist And Proposes A Solution Based On Lord Lugard’s Century-Old Challenge

Reno Omokri Unravels Why Plateau Killings Persist And Proposes A Solution Based On Lord Lugard’s Century-Old Challenge....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In the aftermath of the tragic Plateau massacre on Christmas Eve, Reno Omokri has delved into the historical roots of such conflicts, drawing parallels with events dating back to Lord Lugard’s time over a century ago. CONTINUE READING

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Omokri took to social media to share his insights, stating, “Plateau Killings: Why They Happen, and How To Resolve Them.” He condemned the recent massacre while emphasizing the need to understand the deep-seated issues to achieve a lasting solution.

In his reflections, Omokri highlighted the historical precedence of farmer/herder clashes, tracing them back to Lord Lugard’s era. He urged Nigerians to avoid falling victim to an “epidemic of defective attention” and encouraged learning from history.

Quoting Omokri, “Clashes between herders and farmers are as old as time itself,” he drew connections to biblical stories, citing the rivalry between Cain and Abel as an early example of occupational disputes leading to conflict.

Omokri dispelled the notion that the clashes were solely about religious differences, emphasizing the diversity among Fulani herders and distinguishing them from settled Fulani populations. He urged a correct diagnosis of the crisis to avoid framing it as a religious war.

Drawing from historical settlements initiated by Lord Lugard and the subsequent colonial government, Omokri proposed the establishment of grazing reserves as a viable solution. He shared examples such as the Brazilian government’s actions in Triunfo do Xingu, emphasizing the economic survival aspect over religious dimensions.

Omokri also shed light on the term “Ruga,” clarifying its origin as an acronym for Rural Grazing Area, coined by colonial administrators as a permanent solution to the farmer-herder crisis.

In concluding his narrative, Omokri stressed the inevitability of farmers and herders coexisting, advocating for détente as the only path to peaceful coexistence in Nigeria.

The thought-provoking post by Omokri invites readers to reconsider historical context and economic dynamics in understanding and addressing the complex challenges surrounding farmer-herder conflicts in the country.

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