Northern Alternative Forum Caution ACF, Afenifere Against Overheating Polity

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The pan-northern socio-political organization, Northern Alternative Forum (NAF) has cautioned the Arewa Consultative Forum and Afenifere to cease from aggravating the unfolding issue affecting herders in the South West.

The Forum in a press release issued today in Abuja by its National Chairman, Mallam Gidado Ibrahim, has reminded the two socio-political bodies on the importance of advocating for peace to reign not the other way round.

Ibrahim reiterated the need for a peaceful coexistence, unity and mutual understanding among all Nigerians irrespective of tribe or religion.

He stated that: “The Arewa Consultative Forum and Afenifere should trade with caution on the unfolding issue affecting herders in the South West. Both parties must employ maturity while commenting on such a sensitive national issue to avoid any unfortunate security breach.

“The ACF and Afenifere is a conglomerate of respected senior citizens and peace loving Nigerians expected to work and preach for peaceful living among all Nigerians.

“I recently spoke with the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III on the occasion of his 50th silver Jubilee on throne. He is a man of peace, a father to all irrespective of religion, tribe or ethnic inclination. The ACF and Afenifere should emulate the Alaafin who is always open for dialogue.” he said.

The Chairman further issued a warning to politicians disguising over the recent Ondo ultimatum to herders to cause chaos in Nigeria. “We know that some corrupt elements were busy creating unnecessary tension so as to divert the attention of President Muhammadu Buhari led government from implementing its good policies. It is our collective responsibility to halt their evil plans against Nigeria.”

 

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