There were several calls to declare the armed men a terrorist group. Truly, many an average Nigerian who has seen or heard the atrocities of the nomads will go further than Danjuma’s words. The people won’t want to be at the receiving end for long, they will have to resist every move and inhumane activity of the herdsmen. His open criticism of the government can only accelerate the need for self-defence, which will still occur when the situation reaches the peak. Nevertheless, self-defence will bring about the circulation of more arms and ammunition, the illegally acquired weapons will later be used for criminal activities increasing the insecurity challenges.

Source: Nigerian Tribune April 06, 2018 07:18 UTC