The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Neysom Wike, to strengthen the enforcement of regulations banning cattle from roaming on major roads and public areas in Abuja.
The group said the growing presence of cattle on highways and busy traffic routes within the Federal Capital Territory poses serious safety and environmental concerns.
In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the group said Abuja, as Nigeria’s capital city, should reflect proper urban management, public order, and strict adherence to environmental and traffic laws.
HURIWA also raised concerns over insecurity in the capital, particularly the activities of suspected “one-chance” robbery gangs, which target commuters and residents.
The association called on security agencies to increase intelligence gathering and improve joint operations aimed at tackling criminal activities across the city.
According to the group, residents of Abuja deserve stronger security measures and more effective law enforcement to ensure their safety.
HURIWA further appealed to the Inspector-General of Police and the Department of State Services, DSS, to work closely with other agencies in dismantling criminal networks operating in the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding areas.
The organisation also urged the FCT Administration to fully implement laws against open grazing and obstruction of highways.
Among its recommendations were the immediate removal of cattle from public roads, better cooperation among security agencies, and greater transparency in the arrest and prosecution of suspects linked to “one-chance” robberies.
“Residents of the capital city deserve safety, orderliness and effective law enforcement,” the statement added.
