President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Idris Ajimobi, as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Livestock Development (Office of the President).

The appointment follows the recent inauguration of the Presidential Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms and the establishment of a new Ministry of Livestock Development, demonstrating Tinubu’s commitment to harnessing Nigeria’s agricultural potential.

A statement on Saturday evening by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, said the President expects the Senior Special Assistant to play a key role in unlocking the sector’s potential, fostering economic development, and promoting national food security.

Idris, son of the late ex-Oyo State Governor, Abiola Ajimobi is also son in-law to the National Chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Ganduje

Ajimobi’s role will entail efficient coordination and liaison on matters relating to the animal husbandry ecosystem, driving sustainable economic growth, industry creation, job generation, and peaceful resolution of farmer-herder conflicts.

The President seeks to harness and develop Nigeria’s agricultural potential, including the animal husbandry ecosystem, to spur sustainable economic growth, create industries and jobs, and eradicate violent conflicts between farmers and herders over time.

The President expects efficient coordination and liaison on matters relating to this critical sector.