We Are Not Part Of Them – Fulani Christians Reject Link With Miyetti Allah

The Fulani Christian Association of Nigeria (FCAN) has denied having any affiliation with Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore and the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) following the recent classification of the two groups as terrorist organisations by the United States Congress.

‎Naija News reports that the Chairman of FCAN, Buba Aliyu, made the clarification while addressing officials of International Christian Concern and other Christian leaders during a symposium in Miango, located in Bassa Local Government Area.

‎Aliyu said that although members of the association belong to the Fulani ethnic group, they had long distanced themselves from the two organisations due to their alleged support for armed groups involved in attacks on communities.

‎He accused the groups of supporting bandits who attack and kill indigenes and occupy their lands in several local communities.

‎Aliyu insisted that Fulani Christians in Nigeria are neither members of Miyetti Allah nor MACBAN and should not be labelled as such.

‎According to him, Fulani Christians represent a distinct religious group within the wider Fulani ethnic community and should not be linked with organisations or individuals promoting violence.

‎“The Fulani Christian Association of Nigeria is a fellowship of Fulani believers in Christ. We are not part of Miyetti Allah or MACBAN and we do not support violence. Our faith teaches us peace and respect for human life,” he said.

‎The cleric further criticised the activities of armed groups allegedly linked to radicalised Fulani militants operating in rural communities in Plateau State.

‎He said the actions of such groups have contributed to the growing perception that all Fulani people are criminals or bandits.

‎Aliyu also accused the two organisations of frequently denying attacks carried out by suspected herdsmen, often describing such incidents as acts of self-defence or clashes between farmers and herders.

‎Aliyu disclosed that he had received several threats over his work among Fulani Christians.

‎“On several occasions, I have received messages telling me that I am a walking corpse and that my time is finished,” he said.

‎“But by the help of God, I am still alive and continuing the work.”

‎Aliyu emphasised that the role of FCAN is to provide fellowship and support for Fulani people who have embraced Christianity.

‎He urged Nigerians not to stereotype the entire Fulani ethnic group based on the actions of criminal elements.

‎“Among the Fulani people, there are many who live peacefully. Those involved in crimes do not represent the entire community,” he added.