Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Federal Government is committed to developing Nigeria’s livestock sector as a strategic measure to address the persistent farmers-herders clashes and unlock the sector’s vast economic potential. This was contained in a statement signed by Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant (Media), to the Minister of Information and National Orientation.
This was disclosed by the Co-Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Livestock Reforms, Prof. Attahiru Jega, during the ongoing government-citizens engagement forum organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Foundation in Kaduna on Wednesday.
Prof. Jega explained that the newly created Ministry of Livestock Development is a key component of President Bola Tinubu’s blueprint for transforming the sector. He emphasized that the implementation of the President’s vision is being carried out devoid of political considerations and is anchored on inclusive stakeholder engagement—encompassing state governments, traditional rulers, pastoral communities, and other critical actors.
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