President Bola Tinubu has authorized the creation of a new Ministry of Livestock Development.
This decision follows the inauguration of the Renewed Hope Livestock Reform Implementation Committee at the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday.
The committee has been tasked with providing targeted solutions aimed at resolving the longstanding conflict between farmers and herders.
Last September, the National Livestock Reforms Committee recommended the establishment of a “Ministry of Livestock Resources” as part of 21 proposals submitted to Tinubu. This move is intended to address the enduring issue of violence between agriculturalists and nomadic cattle herders across Nigeria.
Abdullahi Ganduje, former Kano State Governor and Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, disclosed these developments to State House Correspondents following an audience with the President at Aso Rock Villa, Abuja.
He emphasized the need for comprehensive reform to manage conflicts and enhance resource utilization within the livestock sector.
Ganduje highlighted the economic impact of low productivity in the livestock industry, which contributes to Nigeria’s dependence on imported dairy, meat, and other livestock products.
He underscored the committee’s recommendation for sustainable funding sources, including contributions from international organizations, the private sector, and government initiatives.
The committee’s recommendations aim to establish robust institutions capable of implementing the proposed reforms effectively.
This includes the creation of the Ministry of Livestock and additional agencies to oversee various aspects of the reform agenda.
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