Benue governor rejects federal government’s ranching plan, says state’s land not for herders

Premium Times Nigeria | 25-08-2026 05:14pm |

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has stated that his administration will not permit any part of the state to be used for ranching without the explicit consent of the government and the people. This rejection comes in response to a federal government proposal on ranching. The governor emphasized that the state's land is not available for herders without such consent.

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