Nigeria has launched the National Livestock Growth and Advancement Strategy (NL-GAS), a two-phase 10-year plan aimed at doubling the nation’s herd size and sectoral output by 2035 through a strong public–private partnership framework.
The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, unveiled the strategy during an Economic Management Team (EMT) meeting in Abuja, chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun.
Maiha explained that the initiative will focus on modernizing livestock production, boosting value chains, and ensuring sustainable growth in the sector, which remains critical for food security and rural livelihoods.
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Edun described NL-GAS as part of ongoing government reforms designed to attract investment, strengthen food security, and promote private-sector-led economic growth.
The EMT also reviewed Nigeria’s economic performance, noting positive momentum. Key highlights included:
Inflation easing for the fifth consecutive month, now at 20%.
GDP growth sustaining above 3%.
A ₦7.4 trillion trade surplus recorded in the second quarter of 2025, buoyed by competitive exchange rates and strict fiscal discipline.
Officials said the livestock strategy would not only complement these macroeconomic gains but also generate jobs, improve nutrition, and reinforce Nigeria’s role as a regional leader in agriculture and food exports.
