The federal government through the Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, on Wednesday, 3rd December 2025, concluded a detailed inspection tour of key livestock facilities in Enugu State, restating the Federal Government’s commitment to revive dormant assets and open fresh economic opportunities within the livestock sector.
During the visit, the Minister inspected the Okpuje Pig and Progeny Centre, a 26.2-hectare project with a 3,000-stock capacity, established 43 years ago but left unused for decades. Mukhtar praised the host community for protecting the centre despite years of abandonment. He assured that the facility, along with other neglected livestock investments in the state, will be brought back to life. According to him, plans are in motion to establish a modular abattoir that will process bacon for domestic markets and potentially for export.
The Executive Chairman of Nsukka Local Government Area, Hon. Engr. Jude Chinedu Asogwa, expressed appreciation for the Tinubu-led administration’s intervention. He noted that the initiative supports the State Government’s goal of growing agriculture into a major driver of economic prosperity for communities.
The Minister also visited the Adada Cattle Multiplication Centre, an 847-hectare facility that has remained idle for years. After an assessment of the site, including the Adada Dam, he said the Ministry now has a more practical understanding of what is needed to bring the centre into full operation. Describing the location as “a paradise yet to be discovered,” Mukhtar explained that the tour revealed huge untapped opportunities. He said the dam will be used to irrigate extensive pasture fields planned for development at the centre.
The Minister stressed the importance of practical engagement, saying, “We must come out to the field, discover the potential, and create the environment for private sector and public-private partnerships to work with us to change the narrative.”
In Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area, Chairman Barr. Chijioke Ezeugwu welcomed the visit and pledged total support for revitalising the centre, pointing out the long-term economic benefits for residents.
Mukhtar later visited Mary Agro Farms in Udi, an initiative of the Catholic Diocese of Enugu, and held talks with livestock stakeholders. He reaffirmed the Federal Government’s resolve to fully harness the livestock sector in line with President Tinubu’s vision for non-oil sectors to meaningfully contribute to growth and national GDP.
