FG moves against cattle rustling, launches scheme to boost production

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the National Animal Identification Traceability System (NAITS) to combat cattle rustling and enhance livestock production. This follows President Bola Tinubu’s creation of the Ministry of Livestock Development. Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State praised the initiative, highlighting its potential to end herders-farmers clashes and boost the agricultural sector. Minister of State for Agriculture Sabi Abdullahi noted that NAITS aims to improve domestic livestock production and explore future export opportunities, emphasizing the importance of satisfying local demand first.
Source: BusinessDay

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The launch of Nigeria’s National Animal Identification Traceability System (NAITS) and the creation of the Ministry of Livestock Development aim to enhance livestock protection, boost production, and reduce herders-farmers conflicts. By improving livestock management and implementing traceability, these initiatives support economic diversification, food security, and export potential. The collaboration with state governments and stakeholders ensures smallholding livestock farmers become commercially viable, increasing productivity and addressing unemployment.