The Lagos State government has approached the Kwara State government for a daily supply of 1,000 cattle to meet the heavy demand for livestock produce in Lagos. This was disclosed by the Kwara State government on Tuesday. The move is aimed at sustaining the demand for livestock products in Lagos. The request was made to support the growing demand for meat and dairy products in the state.
The Kwara State government has also trained 100 livestock farmers in conservation and preservation of forage crops for sustainable livestock feed production. This training was conducted through the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES). The project aims to enhance the skills of farmers in the state and promote sustainable livestock production. The training has brought the total number of trained farmers in the sector from 2025 to 10,000.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has approved the purchase of 500,000 cattle to increase the state's milk production. The governor's effort is part of the state's renewed initiative to improve animal husbandry and handling. The move has started to attract patronage and add to the state's income. The governor's administration is exploring ways to maximize the potential of the livestock sector.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Livestock Development, Alhaji Yahaya Muhammed, represented the governor during the training. He described livestock as another goldmine for the state. Muhammed emphasized that the training would enable farmers to adopt modern trends in animal husbandry and handling. The training aims to convince farmers that livestock production has become more sophisticated.
Muhammed urged the participants to listen to their lecturers and put the knowledge into practice to improve their handling of cattle. He stressed the importance of proper feeding and handling of animals to maintain their economic value and health. Well-fed animals produce high-quality meat and milk, which are sellable in the market. The training is designed to enhance the skills of farmers and promote sustainable livestock production.
The Kwara State government's effort to improve animal husbandry and handling has started to yield results. The state has trained 10,000 farmers between 2025 and 2026. The training has equipped farmers with modern skills to handle their produce. The governor's administration is committed to maximizing the potential of the livestock sector to boost the state's economy.
The partnership with Lagos State for the supply of 1,000 cattle daily is expected to boost the state's economy. The demand for livestock products in Lagos is high, and the partnership will help meet this demand. The Kwara State government's initiative to improve animal husbandry and handling has attracted patronage from other states, including Lagos.
Key points
- Lagos State government seeks 1,000 cattle daily from Kwara to meet demand
- Kwara State government trains 100 livestock farmers in conservation and preservation of forage crops
- Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq approves purchase of 500,000 cattle to increase milk production
