Nigeria plans to transform 417 grazing reserves into modernized livestock villages as part of efforts to end open grazing and reduce deadly clashes between herders and farmers. Livestock Development Minister Idi Muktar Maiha announced the initiative during the inaugural National Council Meeting on Livestock Development in Yola, urging state governments to provide land for pastoralists willing to transition to ranching systems.
Maiha told agriculture commissioners from all 36 states that ranching offers security of tenure and allows investment in feed, water, and animal health while fostering settled communities. Senate Livestock Committee Chairman Musa Mustapha predicted the sector would eventually surpass oil in revenue generation and pledged legislative support through enhanced budgetary allocations.
Adamawa Deputy Governor Kaletapwa Farauta welcomed participants on behalf of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, praising the decision to hold the conference in a state known for its livestock industry.
Maiha told agriculture commissioners from all 36 states that ranching offers security of tenure and allows investment in feed, water, and animal health while fostering settled communities. Senate Livestock Committee Chairman Musa Mustapha predicted the sector would eventually surpass oil in revenue generation and pledged legislative support through enhanced budgetary allocations.
Adamawa Deputy Governor Kaletapwa Farauta welcomed participants on behalf of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, praising the decision to hold the conference in a state known for its livestock industry.
