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Continue reading →: Revitalizing Nigeria’s Livestock Industry: The Case for Increased FundingFor Nigeria to fully harness the potential of its livestock industry, increased government investment is non-negotiable. The newly formed Ministry of Livestock Development must be equipped with sufficient resources to implement transformative policies and programs that will position the sector for long-term sustainability and growth. Addressing the funding deficit is…
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Continue reading →: Ogun State to Enhance Meat Processing with Modern Ranching FacilitiesIn a groundbreaking move to enhance food safety and modernize livestock farming, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans to establish state-of-the-art ranching facilities. The initiative aims to address the unsanitary and unregulated slaughtering methods currently prevalent in cattle markets, particularly at the Kara Cattle Market along the Lagos-Ibadan…
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Continue reading →: Bauchi Empowers 200 Women with Fish Farming Skills to Boost Agriculture and LivelihoodsIn a strategic move to promote agricultural diversification and economic empowerment, the Bauchi State Agricultural Development Programme (BSADP) has trained over 200 women in fish farming. The initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Women in Trade and Agriculture Cooperative Society, aims to provide women with practical knowledge and skills to…
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Continue reading →: Nigeria and Israel Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Food Security and Agricultural InnovationNigeria and Israel are set to strengthen their bilateral ties through the establishment of a Joint Commission focused on enhancing food security, agricultural productivity, and technological exchange. This initiative was announced during a meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, and Israel’s Ambassador to Nigeria,…
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Continue reading →: Minister of Livestock Development Calls for Strategic Partnerships in Cross RiverThe Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has embarked on a working visit to Calabar, the capital of Cross River State, to explore avenues for strengthening Nigeria’s livestock sector. As part of his tour, the Minister paid a courtesy visit to Governor Bassey Otu, who was represented by Deputy…
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Continue reading →: Will State Ministries of Livestock Transform Nigeria’s Livestock Sector?Exciting developments are happening as some state governors approve the establishment of State Ministries of Livestock! But what does this mean for the future of livestock and agricultural development in Nigeria? What do you think about this move by state governors? Will other state governors follow suit and take up this…
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Continue reading →: Is Nigeria’s Livestock Sector Being Shortchanged? A Look at the 2025 BudgetIs 0.02% enough? That’s the proposed 2025 budget allocation for Nigeria’s vital livestock sector, despite its ₦30 trillion value and immense potential. The newly formed Ministry of Livestock Development received just ₦11.8 billion out of a ₦49.74 trillion budget. Can this minuscule funding address critical challenges like farmer-herder conflicts, veterinary…
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Continue reading →: Plateau State Reshuffles Cabinet, Creates Ministry for Livestock DevelopmentIn a strategic move to enhance agricultural productivity and strengthen livestock management, Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has announced a cabinet reshuffle, which includes the creation of a new Ministry for Livestock Development, Veterinary Services, and Fisheries. This decision reflects the administration’s commitment to boosting food security, improving veterinary…
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Continue reading →: N31 Trillion Livestock Sector Key to Economic Growth, Food Security – MinisterThe Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to revamping Nigeria’s livestock sector, valued at N31 trillion, positioning it as a critical driver of economic growth and food security. The Minister of Livestock Development, Dr. Idi Maiha, made this known during a stakeholders’ engagement held in Ibadan, Oyo State. According to…
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Continue reading →: Veterinary Experts Call for Urgent Action Against Anthrax and Livestock Diseases in NigeriaVeterinary professionals in Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to tackling the rising threat of anthrax and other livestock diseases, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive intervention. The Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN) has outlined strategic measures, including a series of retreats aimed at improving efficiency and response to disease outbreaks.…
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