Ondo Assembly Passes Anti-Grazing Bill Into

The Ondo State House of Assembly has passed a bill to regulate security, rearing and grazing of livestock and establishment of ranches into law.

The Chairman House Committee on Agriculture, Hon. Taofeek Oladele observed that the bill when passed into law will prevent the destruction of farm crops in the state.

He noted that the law will address clashes between herders and farmers, enhance the growth of livestock farming, prevent control and manage the spread of diseases and as well encourage modern techniques of animal husbandry.

After clause-by-clause consideration of the bill, the Speaker, Hon. Bamidele Oleyeloogun ruled in favour of the bill after a voice vote.