…schools, following the earlier engagement of 9,700 primary school teachers.No Land for Ranching, Army Division ApprovedThe governor took a firm position on security, declaring that no portion of Benue land would be set aside for ranching, insisting the land belonged to the people and must remain available for farming a…

…his administration’s opposition to the ceding of any portion of Benue land for ranching, insisting that the land belonged to the people and must remain available for farming and other legitimate uses. He said the government would continue the fight against insecurity until lasting peace was restored, while commending P…

Governor Alia kicks against FG's plan to cede Benue land for ranching Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has rejected any proposal to establish ranches in the state without the consent of his administration and the people, saying residents would resist any attempt to take their land for pastoral activities.Alia made th…

…the Federal Government’s plan to select Benue among the five states to implement pilot ranching as a panacea to farmers-herders’ clashes. The statement read in part, “As livestock farming is a legitimate private business, those who engage in it must shoulder the burden of acquiring land lawfully and ranch their animals…

…conflicts between farmers and herders, Obidike welcomed the President’s support for ranching as a sustainable alternative to open grazing, describing it as a practical solution capable of reducing violent clashes and improving agricultural productivity. He expressed confidence that the foundations being laid by the Tin…

…at the expense of national cohesion. If the country is to remain stable, the path is ranching by consent, lawfully acquired land and respect for the patrimonial rights of all indigenous communities.