Nigeria Police Clarify Role in Managing Roaming Cows in Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a statement confirming that the control of roaming cattle in Abuja falls outside its mandate. Police will only intervene if the animals commit an offence or cause damage. The spokesperson clarified that the force’s responsibilities are limited to responding to incidents where livestock pose a direct threat or harm. The statement comes amid growing concerns about stray cattle disrupting traffic and public spaces in the capital. Local authorities and agricultural agencies are expected to take primary responsibility for managing the roaming herd, while the police remain on standby for emergency situations.