Nigerian govt reveals measures to finally end farmer-herder clashes

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to developing Nigeria’s livestock sector as a strategic measure to address the persistent farmers-herders clashes and unlock the sector’s vast economic potential.

This was disclosed by the Co-Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Livestock Reforms, Prof Attahiru Jega, during the ongoing government-citizens engagement forum organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Foundation in Kaduna on Wednesday.

Prof. Jega explained that the newly created Ministry of Livestock Development is a key component of President Bola Tinubu’s blueprint for transforming the sector.

He emphasized that the implementation of the President’s vision is being carried out devoid of political considerations and is anchored on inclusive stakeholder engagement encompassing state governments, traditional rulers, pastoral communities, and other critical actors.