The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) Friday appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prioritise the renovation and operation of the Ministry’s office so that the minister and staff “can effectively promote and develop the livestock sector.”
In a statement released Friday in Damaturu by the KACRAN National President, Khalil Moh’d Bello, the association revealed that nearly eight months after the establishment of the Ministry, no permanent office had been allocated for its operations.
According to Khalil, this delay has impeded the implementation of essential policies and programs aimed at promoting the livestock sector and its value-chains across the country.
The statement read, “When the Ministry was established on July 9, 2024, we, Nigeria’s pastoralists, viewed it as a long-awaited answer to our prayers and a significant step towards addressing over 50 years of neglect in the livestock sector.
“Currently, the Ministry functions more as a Directorate of Animal Husbandry Services, lacking the resources and infrastructure necessary for it to operate independently and effectively.
“Despite the critical nature of its mission, the allocated office space remains under renovation, and a timeline for completion has not been provided.
“This situation severely hampers the ability of the Honorable Minister, Permanent Secretary, and staff to coordinate effectively and execute their responsibilities,” said the KACRAN National President.
“KACRAN is deeply concerned that without immediate attention to these challenges, the foundational goals of the Ministry will remain unattainable. As the political landscape evolves, it is vital that the focus remains on policy implementation rather than political maneuvering.”