Implications of herdsmen and farmers conflict on food security in Doma local government area of Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Peace is one of the preconditions for development to flourish in any nation of the world. This study examines the implications of the Herdsmen and Farmers conflict on food security in Doma Local Government of Nasarawa State, Nigeria. A social survey design was adopted. A survey of 381 respondents was drawn, using multistage sampling techniques involving electoral wards, towns/villages, main streets, houses, households, and individuals. Primary and secondary data were utilized in the study. Primary and secondary data were utilized in the study. The primary data were generated through the use of questionnaires and in-depth interviews. The questionnaires were analyzed quantitatively using tables; frequency, percentage, and in-depth interviews were transcribed verbatim. The results indicate that destruction of crops and trespasses on farms were the most causes of Herdsmen and Farmers conflict and has negatively impacted the area. It is based on this that the study recommends that grazing reserves should be properly gazetted and customary owners paid adequate compensation to avoid the taking over of land by force and States should be seen clearly and specifically make budgetary provisions for ranch development, International agencies should come to the aids of States and Federal Governments by partnering to facilitate the provision of amenities like fencing materials for farmland and ranches.