The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has firmly rejected plans to introduce cattle ranching or settlement schemes, including RUGA, in Nigeria’s South-East region.
The group issued a stern message to President Bola Tinubu’s administration, warning that any such initiative would be met with resistance.
RUGA, a policy aimed at resolving herder-farmer conflicts through designated settlements, has been a point of contention in the region.
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IPOB reiterated its longstanding opposition, arguing that such schemes could serve as a cover for herdsmen camps and potentially disrupt the peace in the South-East.
In a New Year address, IPOB leadership also cautioned Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah against implementing RUGA within the state.
The group stated that any attempt to enforce cattle settlements in Biafraland would provoke strong opposition, emphasizing their determination to protect the region’s sovereignty.
This development signals growing tension over federal policies related to cattle grazing and land use in Nigeria.
