Land tenure remains a pivotal issue across societies, shaping economic, social, and cultural relations while often fueling conflict. In Nigeria, violent clashes between Fulani herdsmen and farming communities is occurring at an increasing rate and thus calla for concern. In the Bible, there is traces of land tenure crisis but resolved amicably among the parties involved. In the contemporary Nigeria society, land tenure crisis differs from what obtains in the scripture. This study thus investigates the Old Testament’s perspective on land ownership and its relevance to contemporary disputes in Nigeria. It explores the tension between pastoral mobility and settled agriculture, compounded by ambiguous tenure systems. Using a qualitative approach combining doctrinal analysis, literature review, case studies, interviews, and focus group discussions; the research integrates stewardship and conflict resolution theories to emphasize justice, responsible resource management, and peaceful mediation. Theologically, it underscores biblical principles of equity, communal responsibility, and sustainable land use, portraying land as a divine trust for collective benefit. Findings suggest that resolving Nigeria’s land crises requires both structural reforms and ethical reorientation. It was therefore recommended that land tenure laws should be clarified; pastoral rights should be recognized in addition to the strengthening of local dispute resolution and fostering of dialogue to advance peace, cohesion, and sustainable development, among others. Keywords: Conflict Resolution, Fulani Herdsmen, Land Tenure, Old Testament, Nigeria, Stewardship.
ADELEYE et al. (Mon,) studied this question.