The livestock reform Nigeria needs

President Bola Tinubu is addressing livestock sector issues by proposing a separate ministry and forming a reform committee led by himself and Professor Attahiru Jega. The goal is to integrate livestock into Nigeria’s economy professionally.
Key reforms include ending nomadism, establishing ranches, disbanding herdsmen militias, and deporting non-Nigerian herders. The sector should be accessible to all, regardless of ethnicity, and provide education and settlement opportunities for herders. Ensuring that livestock farming isn’t used for political or ethnic gain is crucial for the committee’s success.
Source: Vanguard

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To address Nigeria’s livestock sector issues, President Bola Tinubu is proposing a separate ministry and forming a reform committee led by himself and Professor Attahiru Jega. The goal is to professionally integrate livestock into the economy.
Key reforms include ending nomadism, establishing ranches, disbanding herdsmen militias, and deporting non-Nigerian herders. The sector will be accessible to all ethnicities, offering education and settlement opportunities for herders, and avoiding political or ethnic misuse.
These reforms will stabilize and professionalize the livestock value chain, enhance productivity, and reduce conflicts. Improved security and inclusive policies will foster investment, support economic growth, and boost food security. This initiative will help make informed decisions and promote sustainable growth in Nigeria’s livestock sector.