All preparations have been put in place for Kogi State to Host Livestock Service Center (LSC) in Lokoja comes November 27, 2024
The Kogi State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (KOGI L-PRES) is delighted to announce its selection as one of five implementing states to qualify for the prestigious Livestock Service Center (LSC), a flagship initiative under the World Bank-supported Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES).
This significant achievement was revealed by the National Project Coordinator of L-PRES, Mr. Sanusi Abubakar, following a rigorous selection process. Kogi State was chosen based on strict criteria, including the availability of ample land, a strategic location, a detailed design and management framework, an established livestock trade structure, and the potential for modern feedlotting, processing, and marketing facilities.
The Livestock Service Center, to be located beside the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) in Osara, is poised to revolutionize livestock production in Kogi State and beyond. This transformative project will drive economic growth, generate employment opportunities, and enhance food security, solidifying Kogi State’s position as a leader in Nigeria’s livestock sector.
Commenting on the project, Dr. Olufemi Bolarin, the State Project Coordinator of KOGI L-PRES, highlighted the center’s extensive benefits:”The Kogi Livestock Service Center will serve as a premier hub for innovation and development in the livestock sector. It will create jobs, enhance productivity, and promote sustainable practices, not only for Kogi State but for the entire nation. By leveraging our strategic market location, industrial synergies, and academic expertise, this center will provide comprehensive livestock services that drive economic growth and development.”
Among the structures to be constructed are a state-of-the-art animal reference and diagnostic hospital, a modern automated poultry production system, artificial insemination facilities, and equipment.
The KOGI L-PRES Project Coordinator would like to express sincere gratitude to His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his steadfast support and dedication to the success of this project. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing agricultural development have played a crucial role in the realization of this achievement
