May 14, 2026

Nigerians are experiencing hardship — Emir of Zazzau

By Muhammad A. Aliyu

Emir of Zazzau, Shehu Idris, has declared that Nigerians are facing hardship in the country.

Okay.ng understands that the monarch disclosed at his palace in Zaria, Kaduna State.

He urged the federal and state government to intervene reduce the sufferings of Nigerians.

“The suffering requires the attention and assistance of the governments at both federal and state levels,” he said.

Speaking further on Fulani herdsmen and farmers clashes he said: “Similarly, we are urging our people to continue to promote peaceful coexistence. Fulani herdsmen and farmers should respect the interest of one another. People are also urged to avoid rumour-mongering and give maximum cooperation to security agents.

“Kaduna state, local governments and the house of assembly should take measures that would bring about development in the areas of agriculture, animal husbandry and education.

“If these sectors are giving necessary attention, they are capable of bringing about peaceful coexistence and the end effect is improvement in the lives of our people.”

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