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Gombe State has officially moved into the implementation phase of its land-use reforms, as the White Paper Implementation Committee on Grazing Reserves, Forest Reserves, Game Reserves, and Cattle Routes declared readiness to enforce government directives across the state.The committee has set clear timelines to guide the practical rollout of reforms aimed at strengthening security, boosting agricultural productivity, and preventing farmer-herder conflicts.Traditional Rulers Engaged for Smooth ImplementationAs part of efforts to ensure broad stakeholder engagement, the committee conducted advocacy visits to the palaces of:His Royal Highness, Muhammad Dadum HamzaHis Royal Highness, Yakubu Mohammed KwairangaThe visits were aimed at briefing the monarchs on the commencement of the implementation phase and securing their cooperation for effective enforcement.Committee Chairman Outlines ObjectivesSpeaking during the visits, the Chairman of the Implementation Committee, retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Babaji Sunday, said the committee is committed to faithfully executing the letter and spirit of the recommendations approved by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON.He stressed that collaboration with traditional institutions is vital to ensure smooth enforcement of regulations governing:Gazetted grazing reservesForest reservesGame reservesDesignated cattle routesThe committee noted that advocacy and sensitization campaigns have already commenced ahead of the 2026 farming season, to ensure that all stakeholders are adequately informed and to avert potential disputes.Emirs Pledge Full SupportAlso speaking, the Emir of Yamaltu, Abubakar Aliyu, who represents the Gombe State Council of Emirs and Chiefs on the Implementation Committee, described the assignment as critical to preserving the peace and stability currently enjoyed in the state.He urged residents to ensure their farmlands are properly demarcated and to avoid encroaching on gazetted reserves and cattle routes, warning that violators risk eviction in accordance with the law.Both emirs assured full cooperation with the committee, pledging that traditional institutions would work closely with local government chairmen, ward heads, and Ardos to guarantee compliance and community awareness.Local Governments Back the InitiativeChairmen of Funakaye and Nafada Local Government Areas also pledged their full support, noting that the long-term benefits of the reforms would outlast the current administration, strengthening security, boosting agricultural productivity, and improving the overall economic and social wellbeing of Gombe State residents.
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