Lalong and grazing reserves

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Jang replies Simon Lalong, challenges him to clarify his position on grazing policy

C Mac June 15, 2016

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Senator Jang has responded to Governor Simon Lalong’s press release of 12th June 2016, in which Governor Lalong referred to him as “a man of troubled conscience”. It would be recalled that in Lalong’s press release, he chastised and lambasted Jang for commenting on the grazing issue, calling his comments callous, reckless and mischievous. Gov. Lalong’s […]

Gov. Ortom denies statement by Lalong that he also endorses grazing reserves

C Mac May 30, 2016

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Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has refuted reports credited to the Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong that he has agreed to hos grazing reserves in his state. He made his position known in a statement signed by his Special Adviser, Media and ICT, Tahav Agerzua, he said his colleague may have misquoted him. “Our attention […]

Grazing Reserves: PLSG kicks-off active consultation with stakeholders

C Mac June 16, 2016

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The Plateau Government, on Wednesday, said that it was still consulting with stakeholders on the establishment of ranches to address farmers and herdsmen clashes. The Commissioner for Water Resources, Mr Jafaru Wuyep, said this in Jos when he briefed newsmen after the State Executive Council meeting presided over by the Deputy Governor, Prof. Sonni Tyoden. It will […]

Yes to Ranching, No to grazing reserves – Ocheoreome Nnanna

C Mac March 31, 2016

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By Ochereome Nnanna In January 2016, the traditional ruler of Ubuluku in Aniocha Local Government of Delta State, Obi Agbogidi Akaeze Ofulue III, was kidnapped by suspected “Fulani herdsmen”. They demanded a ransom of N100 million which, reports say, was paid by the family. But alas! The royal father was found dead as a result of […]

Lalong sets up committee to evaluate grazing policy

C Mac June 29, 2016

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The Plateau Government has set up a 14-man panel to examine the gains and implications of establishing cattle grazing reserves and ranches in the state. Governor Simon Lalong, who disclosed this at a forum on grazing ranches on Wednesday, said the panel’s report would guide government on the next step. The News Agency of Nigeria […]