A Nigerian senator, Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta), has called for the establishment, development and management of ranches across all 774 local government areas and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to enhance food security across the country.
Mr Nwoko, who represents the Delta North District, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, Abuja, on Monday, said that his proposal is contained in a Bill currently before the Senate.
He said the proposal is “A Bill for an Act to Provide for the Establishment, Development, and Management of Ranches in the 774 Local Government Areas and the Federal Capital Territory, to Promote Modern Livestock Farming, Curb Open Grazing, Enhance Food Security, and for Related Matters”.
He explained that the Bill sought to establish a robust legal framework for the development, establishment, and management of ranches across all 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria..For More Details, Read The Full Story Here.