The National President of the Kautal Pulaaku Fulbe Association of Nigeria, Hussaini Buzaye, has called on Fulani youths across the country to reject criminality and embrace peace, unity and development.
He made the appeal during the official launch of the association on Sunday in Bauchi State.
Buzaye said the association was established to advocate for the welfare, wellbeing and unity of the Fulani people across Nigeria.
He urged Fulani youths to serve as responsible citizens, act as agents of peace and support national growth.
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“This association was formed to promote understanding, cooperation and the welfare of our people. We are officially launching this body to unite Fulani youths across the nation, discourage criminality and promote peace, development and responsible citizenship,” he said.
He appealed to government agencies, non-governmental organisations and the public not to stigmatise Fulani communities for the actions of a few individuals, stressing the need for collective efforts in advancing peace and economic progress.
Buzaye also warned that the association would not shield any member found involved in criminal activities.
“We will never condone wrongdoing among us. Anyone found guilty will face justice. However, innocent individuals and communities must not be punished for the crimes of a few,” he stated.
He further called for youth and women empowerment, access to education and healthcare, public awareness campaigns against criminality and the establishment of legal and human rights structures to protect members of the Fulani community.
While commending the Federal Government for creating the Ministry of Livestock Development, Buzaye expressed optimism that it would address the challenges faced by pastoralists.
He also thanked supporters, traditional leaders and political figures for their guidance and contributions to the association.
In his goodwill message, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Security and Intelligence and Senator representing Bauchi South, Shehu Buba, congratulated the newly inaugurated state leaders of the association.
He said the association was expected to champion peace and development within Fulani communities.
Buba highlighted the association’s focus should focus on areas such as, empowering Fulani youths and women through access to quality education from nursery to tertiary level, promoting sustainable development through partnerships with government and NGOs.
He advocated for sustainable herding practices, environmental protection and development of grazing reserves and water points.
