FG unveils state-specific livestock centres to drive $74bn sector growth

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to establish state-specific Livestock Development Centres to boost the country's livestock sector. These centers, part of the National Livestock Growth Acceleration Strategy, aim to increase the livestock sector's contribution to the economy from $32 billion to $74 billion by 2035.

The initiative involves federal, state, and private-sector partnerships, with each state responsible for choosing suitable livestock species or value chains based on their unique agro-ecology, resources, market demand, and investment potential. The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development will handle national policy, technical standards, food safety, animal health protocols, traceability, data systems, and regulatory coordination, while states will provide land, local infrastructure, community engagement, security coordination, and producer mobilisation.