Nigeria News Digest: July 30, 2025

The Minister of Agriculture stressed the importance of information and communication technology in improving livestock development, announcing an app for animal data tracking and government support for ranching and breeding programs.

President Tinubu's administration plans to establish cow breeding centers across Nigeria, receiving praise from Miyetti Allah for prioritizing livestock development.

The Ogun State government warned against open grazing, enforcing a 2020 law that includes a three-year prison sentence and confiscation of cattle for violators.

The government is reforming the UBEC funding guidelines and adjusting agricultural education programs to equip young people with the skills needed for modern farming practices.

Ogun and Oyo states are working together to address food insecurity and border security concerns, aiming to establish the Southwest region as a major food production area.