Ekiti News reports that the World Bank has revealed plans to establish a livestock service center in Ekiti State as part of its initiative to boost productivity and commercialize the livestock value chain in Nigeria.
Abubakar Sanusi, the National Project Coordinator of the World Bank’s Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project, made this announcement on Friday in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, during a briefing with journalists following an assessment tour of the state.
The Project Coordinator who expressed satisfaction with the level of preparation of the state for the Livestock Service Centre, added that he was impressed with Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s commitment to the livestock sector and State L-PRES team dedication and professionalism.
Sanusi said that the livestock centre when operational would provide support for the livestock farmers in improving the health, productivity, and profitability of their animals.
He added that the livestock center which would have diagnostic facilities, a veterinary clinic, and a diagnostic centre, as well as processing facilities, would also promote sustainable modern livestock production practices.
“Under this project, there is provision for five livestock centers, and we want to assess and see if Ekiti state will be one of the states that will have that service. Twelve states are vying for five positions.”