Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria, KACRAN, has commended the Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, for his unprecedented commitment to the pastoralist community and the Livestock Industry in the proposed 2026 Budget of Economic Growth and Infrastructural Transformation.
This commendation was made in a press release signed by Hon. Khalil Moh’d Bello, National President KACRAN.
KACRAN in the statement said, “As Federal, State, and Local Governments prepare their 2026 budgets, KACRAN notes the critical importance of ensuring the inclusion and adequate financial provision for the nation’s pastoralists, who are significant contributors to Nigeria’s food security.”
Acknowledging Yobe State’s commitment, KACRAN expressed its deepest appreciation to Governor Mai Mala Buni for the provisions made for the livestock sub-sector in the N515.583 billion proposed 2026 fiscal year budget.
The association said it was particularly encouraged by the Governor’s statement that livestock production would receive adequate attention through key initiatives, including: Construction of veterinary clinics; Provision of boreholes and earth dams for water supply for both livestock and human consumption; Production of fodder and Vaccination of both large and small ruminants.
Furthermore, KACRAN applauded the recent establishment of a Special Ministry of Livestock Development in Yobe State and the appointment of Alhaji Yerima Lawan Mahamud, saying he was a man of experience and integrity.
It said that this landmark step in addition to significant expenditure on grazing reserves in areas such as Jakusko Nasari, Ganada (Fika), and Badegana (Dafci), demonstrated the government’s sustained commitment.
The association expressed gratitude towards the Governor’s continuous humanitarian support, exemplified by the intermittent distribution of animal feeds and food materials to herders through the State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA, led by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Goje.
Urging other Governors to emulate these landmark steps, KACRAN’s said, “In light of Governor Buni’s inclusive, compassionate, and fair policies towards all people in Yobe State, KACRAN calls upon all Northern Governors to emulate this model. We urge them to: Create Special Ministries for Livestock Development; Ensure herders are included as direct beneficiaries of state policies and programs.”
Bello said that this strategic inclusion was essential for transforming the livestock industry and fostering a sense of belonging and security for pastoralists, who mainly reside in rural areas and contribute significantly to Nigeria’s nutritional food supply.
Also, commending Senator Mohammed Bomoi, KACRAN also extended its profound gratitude to the Distinguished Senator Mohammed Bomoi of Yobe South Senatorial District for his exceptional dedication to the welfare of pastoralists in his constituency.
“Senator Bomoi’s humanitarian gestures, including the construction of numerous solar-powered boreholes in areas with high livestock concentration to address the crucial issue of water scarcity, are highly commendable. His commitment extends beyond water provision to include infrastructure projects such as roads, Primary Health Care Centers, classrooms, and electrification projects.
“KACRAN calls on Northern Senators to adopt Senator Bomoi’s strategic and developmental approach, which prioritizes education, empowerment (including the recent distribution of one million Naira each to selected constituents for business ventures), and infrastructure. Such comprehensive development is a vital strategy for addressing security challenges and fostering rapid regional growth,” the association stated.
In a plea for peace and harmony, KACRAN, concluded that as a peace-loving association, it strongly urges all pastoralists across the country, particularly during this harvesting season, to refrain from destroying people’s farms and to strive to live in peace and harmony with their host and farming communities.
