The federal government has banned the the movement of herdsmen in the country, starting with Benue, Taraba, Adamawa, Kaduna and Plateau.

The decision was reached at the National Economic Council (NEC) presided over by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday, April 26, The Cable reports.

The NEC comprises state governors and relevant ministries of government and the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi state who disclosed this to journalist at the end of the meeting held at the presidential villa in Abuja said the said council approved the creation of ranches across the country.

He said the five mainly affected states which have witnessed killings from the herdsmen/farmers clashes, are expected to make land available for ranches.