Tinubu inaugurates presidential committee on livestock reforms

President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the Presidential Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms to boost agricultural productivity and open opportunities for stakeholders. Emphasizing a collective effort, Tinubu will chair the committee, with former INEC chairman Attahiru Jega as co-chair. The reforms aim to modernize livestock farming, enhance dairy and cold-chain logistics, and reduce conflicts between farmers and herders. Tinubu highlighted the importance of removing legal barriers, investing in technology, and fostering a robust value chain for economic growth and food security. Source: BusinessDay

Our Review
President Tinubu’s inauguration of the Presidential Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms signals a strategic pivot to address agricultural productivity and violence between herders and farmers. The committee, co-chaired by former INEC chairman Attahiru Jega, aims to modernize livestock farming through comprehensive reforms and increased stakeholder collaboration. By leveraging modern technology, improving cold-chain logistics, and providing necessary legal and financial support, the initiative seeks to enhance the value chain, boosting economic growth and food security.