Fishermen in Mutumbiyu of Gassol LGA of Taraba State have been warned to desist from using chemicals and explosives to catch fish or face sanctions.
The Chief of Mutumbiyu, Alhaji Sulaiman Muhammed gave the warning at his palace in Mutumbiyu shortly after the turbanning of Alhaji Bala Jambari as Sarkin Tarun (leader of fishermen) and Alhaji Tukura Julde as Danrimin Mutumbiyu.
The monarch blamed fishermen for the sharp decline in fish populations and the extinction of various species in rivers and ponds in the state due to destructive fishing methods.
“Fish populations have drastically reduced, and many species are now extinct. Those who depend on fishing for their livelihoods are suffering. This is largely due to the use of chemicals and explosives,” he said.
Alhaji Muhammed reminded fishermen that there are existing laws in Taraba State prohibiting such practices and promised strict enforcement and urged the newly installed Sarkin Tarun to closely monitor his members and discourage environmentally harmful fishing activities.
He urged residents to report any suspicious movements to security agencies by being vigilant.
Speaking on behalf of the newly crowned title holders, Alhaji Bala Jambari assured that the use of chemicals and explosives would be addressed under his leadership.
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