The Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee has advocated for the security of livestock feed, stating that it will stabilise the supply of food for the livestock, News About Nigeria reports.
The Committee made this known in a communiqué after its stakeholders’ consultative workshop, which was held on the 24th and 25th of October in Abuja.
The Co-Chairman of the PLRIC, Prof. Attahiru Jega, noted that a comprehensive national feed security programme will stabilise supply amid challenges posed by smuggling and shortages, thereby improving the lives and care of livestock in the country.
The Committee also made other recommendations, including the need for insurance coverage to bolster investments in livestock production.
He noted that this recommendation is seen as crucial in addressing the risks associated with livestock farming, which more often than not deter potential investors, adding that a suitable environment must be created for investment in livestock.
Stakeholders also called for a unified digital taxation system to alleviate constraints from multiple taxation.
Jega noted, “There is the need to strengthen security and attract investments in livestock value chains, highlighting the importance of creating a stable environment for investment.”
Participants also addressed the urgent need for a framework to manage conflicts between farmers and herders, reinforcing that engagement with stakeholders will also be continuous as reforms progress.
According to Jega, the PLRIC’s collaborative efforts aim to make Nigeria’s livestock sector globally competitive, with ongoing discussions set to refine these strategies further.
The workshop was titled “Insurance coverage for livestock investment is very important and should be implemented” and gathered over 400 participants, including governors, ministers, and traditional rulers.
