18-month struggle of the blind shepherd of Damaturu
It’s strange for visitors to see a blind man controlling a large herd but, for Gadi, it’s a hobby from childhood that later turned into a source of livelihood. From the last time that Kanem Trust visited Gadi – 18 months ago – there were lot of changes in his life but his instinct, talent, and the skill he uses to tend his flock remained constant. Every day, this blind shepherd collects at least 500 sheep and goats at the doorsteps of their owners, who pay him N50 per head, weekly, to g...
Source: dailytrust.com