Akilani Abdullah
As part of its development plans 2025, the Federal Government has allocated N259 million for the construction and rehabilitation of abattoirs in six states.
The allocation was contained in the 2025 Final Budget Proposal of the Federal Government.
The rehabilitation and construction were included in the Ministry of Livestock Development budget within the proposed N49.74 trillion 2025 budget for livestock productivity and infrastructure development.
The abattoir projects would be constructed and rehabilitated in Lagos, Adamawa, Enugu, Bayelsa, Benue, and Anambra.
The apex government also allocated N90 million for the construction of a solar-powered vaccine cold room in Oyo state and a model processing center for animal by-products in the Federal Capital Territory allocating N72 million.
The federal government also plans the expansion of the National Egg Production Scheme in Ogun State with the sum of ₦44 million and to spend N43.15 million in constructing a capacity building for feed and fodder manufacturers using local ingredients.
Furthermore, ₦44.5 million was allocated for capacity building and stakeholder engagement, specifically for training programs aimed at equipping artificial insemination technicians across multiple states.
Additionally, N56 million was set aside to empower private veterinarians and paraprofessionals with animal health kits to enhance their services.
Meanwhile, N54.3 million was allocated for collaborations with the World Health Organisation and US-CDC to control zoonotic diseases and ensure food safety. Likewise, N23.5 million was earmarked for engagement with feed millers to improve quality assurance and operational standards.
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