Nigerian Government Prioritizes Women in Livestock Transformation for Economic Growth
The Nigerian Ministry of Livestock Development, led by Idi Mukhtar Maiha, is focusing on empowering women in the livestock sector. High-level discussions in Abuja highlighted the importance of women in livestock economics, with initiatives to increase opportunities for women in various livestock value chains.
The government plans to launch a National Presidential Youth Women Initiative in Livestock to create jobs across local government areas. Various stakeholders, including the African Union, are advocating for stronger inclusion of women in livestock systems to enhance economic growth and nutrition.
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