Ned Nwoko Proposes Ranches in All 774 LGs
Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko has suggested setting up ranches in all 774 local government areas and the Federal Capital Territory. He said the plan will help improve food supply, stop open grazing, and bring modern livestock farming to Nigeria. Nwoko, who represents Delta North and is Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment, revealed […]
Herdsmen destroying farmlands in Bayelsa – Singer Timaya cries out
Popular Afrobeats singer Timaya has expressed concern over the destruction of farmlands in his home state of Bayelsa. He revealed that herdsmen are damaging crops, which is causing distress for farmers. Timaya urged the government to take immediate action to stop the destruction. He also spoke against open grazing, suggesting that herders should keep their […]
Open Grazing: Months after Wike’s threat, cows roam FCT roads freely
In August 2023, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), promised to end open grazing in Abuja. Wike said the government would work with herders to stop cows from roaming freely in the city. However, over a year later, open grazing is still a common sight in various parts of Abuja. In […]