President Tinubu Optimistic About New Livestock Development Ministry

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed confidence in the potential of the newly established Livestock Development Ministry, stating it can achieve “grace from grass.”

His remarks came on Thursday during a two-day Stakeholders’ Consultative Workshop on Livestock Reforms in Nigeria, held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Addressing over 350 stakeholders from the livestock industry, President Tinubu highlighted the growing interest from foreign investors eager to explore the abundant opportunities within the sector.

“Foreign investors are already asking questions on how they can tap from the opportunities that abound in the sector,” said President Tinubu, emphasizing the global potential of Nigeria’s livestock industry.

The President assured attendees that both the Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee and he are committed to attracting foreign investment to the sector.

The President said, “Our shared mission is clear , we aim to transform the livestock from its current subsistence model into a thriving commercialise industry like other developing world. Yes we can do it, we can bring prosperity to our people .We can feed our children. From grass we can achieve grace.”

The President said the workshop is dedicated to one of the most critical aspects of the country’s development and noted that the livestock sector is a very important sector. “We are going to give it all it needs to bring value to our country.

“Stakeholders, I stand here assuring you that you will not regret the collaboration and the investment coming into this sector.”

The President, who promised an enabling environment, added, “We will create the environment where the business will thrive. It is our duty to our children and future generations to get this right. Let’s unite in our effort. From reform to realisation of our dream I stand before you fully committed to this.”