The Farmer-Herder Conflict in Nigeria: A Quest for Appropriate Policy

In recent years, policies have been introduced, involving multiple stakeholders, including government bodies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and local communities. The paper examines the place of collaborative policy framework in managing the ongoing farmer-herder conflict in Nigeria. By analysing the successes, limitations, and challenges of these policies, this paper highlights the critical role of inclusive governance in effective conflict management. The conflict, driven by environmental pressures, socio-economic changes, and political factors, has led to significant violence, displacement, and economic losses across affected regions. The paper recommended a beneficial collaborative policy partnership formula to reduce, if not eliminate, the perennial farmer-herder conflicts when judiciously implemented.