The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has raised the alarm about the disappearance of eleven herders and the loss of 33 cattle in Anambra State.
The announcement via a statement deputy director general of MACBAN, Gidado Siddiki released, also contains denial that the two suspected kidnappers, recently arrested in Mgbakwu, Awka North Local Government Area, are affiliated with their organisations.
“Criminals do not discriminate based on background; they are solely driven by the potential for ransom.
“The individuals arrested in this region are unknown to us and are likely infiltrators,” Siddiki said.
He added that 20 cattle belonging to one Haruna Mohammed were killed, and 13 cows belonging to Ibrahim Mohammed went missing along with the owner in the same area.
Siddiki further said that due to the deteriorating security situation earlier this year, all legitimate members of MACBAN have since vacated the region.
