In the wake of assuming office as the newly appointed Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, Nyesom Wike, has made a firm commitment to bring an end to open grazing within the city.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Wike conveyed this determination on Monday during his inauguration in Abuja. He emphasized his intention to engage in consultations with herders to collaboratively find a solution to eliminate open grazing practices….CONTINUE READING

The former governor emphasized that while herders are welcome to rear their cattle outside the city limits, they will no longer be allowed to graze within the urban landscape.

He elaborated that the cultivated grasses within the city are intended for enhancing its aesthetic appeal, making them unsuitable for grazing.

He stated, “We will consult with the herdsmen to see how we will stop [open grazing] because we cannot allow cows inside the city.

They can be outside the city because the grasses are outside the city. The grasses in the city were planted to beautify the city. It is not for consumption.”

Wike further illustrated his stance with a scenario, “Let us say it, you are trying inside the [presidential] Villa for example, and you see about 20,000 to 40,000 goats, if foreigners see that, how would they feel?”

This declaration from Nyesom Wike echoes his commitment to harmonizing urban development with sustainable and inclusive practices, while addressing challenges related to open grazing within the city.