The Federal Government of Nigeria is planning a significant overhaul of its livestock sector, aiming to create 10,000 jobs for each modern abattoir established. This initiative seeks to end the practice of transporting live cattle across Nigeria, shifting instead towards local meat processing. The goal is to transform the industry and boost economic growth through localized value addition. The government believes modern abattoirs will be key to achieving this transformation. This move is expected to stimulate job opportunities and improve the efficiency of meat production within Nigeria. Further details are available via a Punch Newspapers article.