Livestock Ministry to Enhance Grazing Reserves in FCT

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development (FMLD), under the leadership of Honourable Minister Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, is set to partner with the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Administration and pastoralists to address the issue of cattle movement through the city centre. This initiative was discussed during a courtesy visit on October 15, 2026, by a delegation from the FCT Department of Animal Husbandry Services, led by Director Mrs. Clementina Njoku.

The Minister outlined plans for the rehabilitation of grazing reserves, which will include essential infrastructure such as schools, housing, clinics, boreholes, and solar-powered water systems. These improvements aim to encourage pastoralists to settle in designated areas, thereby reducing urban cattle movement.

The World Bank-assisted Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Programme (L-PRES) will facilitate various interventions in the livestock sector, including genetic improvement and infrastructure development. The Ministry intends to assess current livestock facilities to identify urgent needs and improve conditions for pastoralists before enforcing restrictions on cattle movement.