The creation of the livestock ministry by President Bola Tinubu has courted condemnation by the Nigeria Professionals in Diaspora (NPID).

NPID President, Johnson David, at a press conference yesterday in Abuja, urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider his plans to create a new Ministry of Livestock, citing concerns about the potential waste of resources and the need to optimize existing structures.

David said President Tinubu had done well since assuming office, especially in his fight against corruption and economic reforms.

However, he expressed concerns that creating a new ministry would be an unnecessary addition to the government’s structure and would increase the overall cost of governance.

“We believe the existing structures within the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development could be strengthened and optimized to address the needs of the livestock industry, without the added cost and bureaucracy of a new ministry,” Dr David said.

Ikechukwu Obinna, a senior NPID member, added that the resources required to establish and maintain a standalone Ministry of Livestock could be better utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the existing agricultural frameworks.

He said, “Our analysis suggests that the resources required to establish and maintain a standalone Ministry of Livestock could be better utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the existing agricultural frameworks.

“This would allow for a more streamlined and cost-effective approach to supporting the livestock sector’s development.”

According to him, President Tinubu should carefully consider the long-term implications of creating a new ministry and instead focus on optimizing the existing institutional structures to address the challenges faced by livestock farmers and stakeholders.

He pledged continued support and cooperation in realizing the President’s vision for a prosperous and sustainable Nigeria.

NPID said, “Since assuming office, President Tinubu has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to revitalizing Nigeria’s economy and laying the foundation for sustainable growth.

“His bold policy decisions, such as the removal of fuel subsidies, have been instrumental in stabilizing the country’s fiscal position and paving the way for long-term economic prosperity.

“President Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructure development has been truly remarkable,” Dr Suleiman Abubakar, the NPID Secretary noted.

“The roads, railways, and other infrastructure projects being delivered under his leadership are not only enhancing the quality of life for our citizens but also laying the foundation for Nigeria’s long-term economic competitiveness.” (Saturday Sun)

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