Abstract: The degree and frequency at which herdsmen unleash mayhem and carnage on the Nigerian society in the recent time is quite worrisome. This alarming trend, like never, has threatened the peace, unity and security of the nation with seemingly no hope in sight. Consequently, this paper discusses the causes of this heinous crime against humanity and the implication cum responsibility of sociologists and social work in the face of this dastardly inhumane act by the so-called Fulani Herdsmen. The paper in addition discusses the factors that precipitated the emergence as well as the sustained dimension of this crime in Nigeria. It equally explores the theoretical background of herdsmen attacks in the context of its relation to social work in Nigeria. Finally, this work proffers strategies and solutions that can help reduce the imminent catastrophic calamity and danger which the scourge of herdsmen attacks portends on our national security and unity. The methodology of the study leans on extensive review of relevant literatures and secondary data.

Key words: herdsmen; insecurity; conflict; grazing

JEL code: D