{"id":169159,"date":"2025-07-11T20:29:58","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T19:29:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/niger-govt-sets-up-committee-to-boost-livestock-production"},"modified":"2025-07-11T21:35:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T20:35:24","slug":"niger-govt-sets-up-committee-to-boost-livestock-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/niger-govt-sets-up-committee-to-boost-livestock-production","title":{"rendered":"Niger Govt sets up committee to boost livestock production"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Niger State Government has inaugurated a 22-member Livestock Development Committee to boost agricultural development and livestock production in the state.<\/p>\n

The committee was inaugurated by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman in Minna on Friday.<\/p>\n

The committee, made up of experts, stakeholders and government representatives, is tasked with formulating and implementing policies to enhance livestock production, improve animal health and promote sustainable agricultural practices in the state.<\/p>\n

Usman emphasized that the inauguration of the committee underscores the state government\u2019s unwavering commitment to agricultural transformation and sustainable development.<\/p>\n

The SSG charged members to leverage their wealth of experience, dedication and passion for service to drive impactful initiatives that will revolutionize the livestock sector.<\/p>\n

According to him, \u201cThe present administration, under the visionary leadership of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, remains resolutely committed to supporting this initiative through robust policy backing, adequate budgetary allocation and inclusive stakeholder engagement.\u201d<\/p>\n

He further highlighted that the committee\u2019s work aligns with the government\u2019s broader agenda to diversify the economy, create employment opportunities and ensure food security for the people of the state.<\/p>\n

Usman expressed confidence that the committee\u2019s efforts would significantly contribute to the modernization of livestock farming, disease control and value chain development.<\/p>\n

The Commissioner for Nomadic and Pastoral Affairs, Alhaji Umar Sanda Rebe who is also the chairman of the committee, said the members will bring their expertise, dedication and creativity with a view to achieving the desired objectives.<\/p>\n

Also, the Permanent Secretary, Livestock and Fisheries, Dr. Jonathan Wasa, who is the secretary of the committee, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and pledged to work diligently to achieve the set goals.<\/p>\n

Wasa assured the government of the committee members\u2019 commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration and best practices in livestock management.<\/p>\n

The committee is expected to commence its activities immediately, with a focus on strategic interventions that will position the state as a leader in livestock production and agribusiness in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

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