The Council of Fulani Chiefs in South-West Nigeria has distanced itself from individuals currently under investigation over kidnapping activities in Ogun State, stressing that it does not support any form of criminality.
In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Alhaji Mohammed Bambado II, Sarkin Fulani of Lagos and Chairman of the Council of Fulani Chiefs in South-West Nigeria, the council said recent allegations involving certain individuals should not be used to stigmatise the Fulani community or its traditional institutions.
The council, which represents Fulani traditional leaders across the South-West, said it remains committed to peace, security and lawful conduct.
“We state unequivocally that the Council neither condones nor supports any form of criminality, including kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, or any activity that threatens the peace and security of our communities,” the statement said.
The group noted that criminal acts are personal and should remain the responsibility of individuals found culpable through due process of law.
It also expressed support for security agencies investigating criminal activities and prosecuting offenders, while urging citizens to cooperate with law enforcement authorities by providing credible information.
The council further appealed to the media and the public to avoid generalisations that could encourage ethnic profiling, division and mistrust among communities.
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