The Chairman of Ido Local Government, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, has reaffirmed the enforcement of the ban on open grazing within the council area, ordering its immediate implementation following a deadly incident involving suspected herders.
In a statement released on Thursday, Adeojo announced that the directive became necessary after the killing of Mrs. Misitura Akanke, who was reportedly attacked on her farm at Oderemi Village in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State.
The chairman described the incident as tragic and deeply regrettable, while expressing condolences to the family of the deceased. He noted that the killing underscores the urgent need for stricter enforcement of the state’s anti–open grazing law to safeguard lives and property.
“I write to commiserate with the family of Mrs. Misitura Akanke, who was unfortunately killed by suspected herdsmen in Oderemi Village. This unfortunate incident further highlights the necessity for firm and consistent enforcement of the state law banning open grazing,” the statement read.
In pursuance of the Oyo State 2019 Anti–Open Grazing Law enacted by the Oyo State House of Assembly, the directive of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, and following a series of engagements with Miyetti Allah on modern ranching practices, open grazing has been officially prohibited across Ido Local Government Area.
” The prohibition is aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural practices, protecting farmlands, and ensuring lasting peace and security in all communities within the local government area.
Compliance with this directive is mandatory, as the policy applies uniformly to all stakeholders without exception. The local government has warned that any individual or group found to be violating the ban will be subject to appropriate legal action in accordance with the law.
Adeojo emphasized that the local government would work closely with relevant security agencies to ensure full compliance with the law, warning that violators would face the full weight of the law.
He assured residents of the council area that the administration was committed to maintaining peace, protecting farmers, and preventing a recurrence of such incidents. He urged community members to cooperate with authorities by providing timely information that could help avert security threats.
