President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead the National Economic Council (NEC) in identifying grazing reserves and settlements that can become modern livestock communities.
He said the reform will help reduce farmer–herder clashes and open new economic opportunities.
NEC to Review Existing Reserves
Tinubu asked the NEC to check which villages, grazing routes, and old settlements are still usable.
He said the council must pick locations that can support ranches and organised livestock hubs.
“The Vice President should work with the NEC to identify reserves that we can rehabilitate,” he said.
Security Support for the Reform
Tinubu told government officials to report any security threats during the process.
He asked them to contact the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) immediately if they face risks.
He added that he had already informed the IGP to act fast on such reports.
Police and Civil Defence to Strengthen Community Safety
Tinubu also directed the Minister of Interior to work with the Police and the Civil Defence Corps.
He asked them to replace officers posted to special duties.
He said this change will ensure strong community policing across states.
Tinubu told the NSA and DSS to supply more intelligence and to review the security structure of the livestock plan.
Governors Must Approve Land for Livestock Villages
Tinubu reminded governors that state governments control land matters.
He urged them to choose areas that can support livestock communities.
“Let us turn conflict zones into places of growth and prosperity,” he said.
Police Shift Focus After VIP Withdrawal
The new directive comes after major changes in police duties.
On 23 November, Tinubu ordered the withdrawal of police officers attached to VIPs.
The IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, later confirmed that 11,566 officers had returned to regular policing.
On Wednesday, the Senate asked the president to exempt lawmakers from the policy
