Oyo enforcement team impounds nine herds of cattle at Ijaye farm settlement

The Enforcement Team of the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA), at the weekend, impounded Nine Herds of Cattle found roaming and grazing freely within the premises of the Ijaye Farm Settlement in the Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The farm settlement, known for its rich agricultural production and contribution to food security, has been facing persistent challenges from herders and their cattle grazing within the area.

Commenting on the exercise, Aderonke Aderemi, retired Judge and the Chairperson of OYRLEA, said the impoundment of the nine herds of cattle represents a significant step toward curbing the activities of herders in farm settlements and promoting sustainable agriculture in the State.

She explained that the Oyo State Government had consistently condemned open rearing and grazing, emphasising its commitment to protecting farmers and ensuring a secure environment for agricultural activities to thrive.

Aderemi stated that the Oyo State Government had consistently condemned open rearing and grazing, reaffirming its commitment to protecting farmers and creating a secure environment for agricultural activities to thrive.

“This operation marks a major victory for the farmers at Ijaye, who can now breathe a sigh of relief as their lands are being safeguarded from the menace of open grazing”, this particular enforcement exercise, in comparison with previous ones in Ijaiye, is a huge success and more of such is expected in times to come”, she noted.

She noted that the Oyo State Government remains resolute in its stance against open grazing and rearing, and would continue to take decisive action against individuals who engage in this harmful practice.
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The joint enforcement exercise, led by the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA), involved personnel from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Oyo State Environmental Task Force, the Amotekun Corps, and the Nigeria Police Force.

BusinessDay reports that the impounded cattle had been taken to the Kraal, within the State Secretariat.

The Task force Team has directed owners of the impounded cattle to report to the OYRLEA office within seven days for proper identification, to settle the required fines and penalties associated with open -rearing and grazing. Failure to comply will result in further action as stipulated by the law.