KACRAN Urges Northern Governors to Prioritize Livestock Development

… Take a Leaf from Yobe State Governor

By: Michael Mike

The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has commended the Governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni for his unprecedented commitment to the pastoralist community and the Livestock Industry in the proposed 2026 Yobe State Budget of Economic Growth and Infrastructural Transformation.

A statement on Tuesday by the National President of the association, Khalil Mohammed Bello read that as Federal, State, and Local Governments prepare their 2026 budgets, KACRAN notes the critical importance of ensuring the inclusion and adequate financial provision for the nation’s pastoralists, who are significant contributors to Nigeria’s food security.

KACRAN while acknowledging Yobe State’s Commitment, expresses its deepest appreciation to Governor Mai Mala Buni for the provisions made for the livestock sub-sector in the N515.583 billion proposed 2026 fiscal year budget.

He said the association is particularly encouraged by the Governor’s statement that Livestock production would receive adequate attention through key initiatives, including: Construction of veterinary clinics; Provision of boreholes and earth dams for water supply for both livestock and human consumption; Production of fodder; Vaccination of both large and small ruminants.

Bello said KACRAN furthermore applaud the recent establishment of a Special Ministry of Livestock Development in Yobe State and the appointment of Alhaji Yerima Lawan Mahamud, a man of experience and integrity, as the Commissioner, noting that this landmark step, in addition to significant expenditure on grazing reserves in areas such as Jakusko Nasari, Ganada (Fika), and Badegana (Dafci), demonstrates the government’s sustained commitment.

He said the association is also grateful for the Governor’s continuous humanitarian support, exemplified by the intermittent distribution of animal feeds and food materials to herders through the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), led by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Goje.

He said: “In light of Governor Buni’s inclusive, compassionate, and fair policies towards all people in Yobe State, KACRAN calls upon all Northern Governors to emulate this model. We urge them to: Create Special Ministries for Livestock Development; Ensure herders are included as direct beneficiaries of state policies and programmes.”

He noted that this strategic inclusion is essential for transforming the livestock industry and fostering a sense of belonging and security for pastoralists, who mainly reside in rural areas and contribute significantly to Nigeria’s nutritional food supply.

He also extended KACRAN’s profound gratitude to Senator Mohammed Bomoi of Yobe South Senatorial District for his exceptional dedication to the welfare of pastoralists in his constituency.

He said: “Senator Bomoi’s humanitarian gestures, including the construction of numerous solar-powered boreholes in areas with high livestock concentration to address the crucial issue of water scarcity, are highly commendable. His commitment extends beyond water provision to include infrastructure projects such as roads, Primary Health Care Centers, classrooms, and electrification projects.

He however called on Northern senators to adopt Senator Bomoi’s strategic and developmental approach, which prioritizes education, empowerment (including the recent distribution of one million Naira each to selected constituents for business ventures), and infrastructure. Such comprehensive development is a vital strategy for addressing security challenges and fostering rapid regional growth.

He said KACRAN, as a peace-loving association, strongly urges all pastoralists across the country, particularly during this harvesting season, to refrain from destroying people’s farms and to strive to live in peace and harmony with their host and farming communities.

KACRAN Urges Northern Governors to Prioritize Livestock Development