Nigeria's Livestock Ministry Faces Funding Crisis Despite Export Potential
Minister Mukhta Maiha disclosed that 65% of Nigeria's livestock consumption is imported despite N3.2 billion export potential. He revealed only N20 billion of N70 billion approved 2024 take-off fund was released, with N10 billion 2025 capital vote unspent. Lawmakers condemned 'lip service' to livestock development, urging President Tinubu for urgent intervention. Senators Monguno and Ningi alleged sabotage in zero capital allocation, stressing ministry establishment contradicts underfunding. Committee Chairman Shehu warned mono-sector economy harms diversification goals.