The Federal Government has announced plans to set up cattle breeding centres in all six regions of Nigeria. This was revealed by the Minister of State for Agriculture, Dr Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, during the second day of the Citizens’-Government engagement and midterm assessment of the Tinubu administration held in Kaduna.
Dr Abdullahi said, “The synergy and collaboration of the Ministries of Agriculture, Environment, Water Resources, Livestock Development, and the Blue Economy are imperative for delivering on the Renewed Hope Agenda.”
The initiative is part of a wider effort to improve livestock farming and create long-term food security. The proposed centres are expected to support agribusiness, rural development, and improve animal husbandry.
Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, confirmed the announcement on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.