The
Presidency on Sunday defended the controversial initiative to create Fulani
herders settlements known as Ruga around the country, saying that it is to put
an end to the insecurity arising from farmers-herders clashes.
It also said
that contrary to claims by some state governments which is observed cannot
explain to their people why they are unable to pay salaries, the Ruga is not
being built in states that do not want it.
A statement
issued in Abuja by Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media & Publicity), said 12 states have applied to host the settlements
and they were enough number for the pilot scheme.
“The Federal
Government is planning this in order to curb open grazing of animals that
continue to pose security threats to farmers and herders.
“The overall
benefit to the nation includes a drastic reduction in conflicts between herders
and farmers, a boost in animal protection complete with a value chain that will
increase the quality and hygiene of livestock in terms of beef and milk
production, increased quality of feeding and access to animal care and private
sector participation in commercial pasture production by way of investments.
Source https://tribuneonlineng.com
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