Niger CP vows continued support in tackling cattle rustling, livestock-related crimes

Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, the Niger State Commissioner of Police, Friday reaffirmed the command’s commitment to supporting efforts aimed at combating cattle rustling and other livestock-related crimes across the state.

Elleman gave the assurance while receiving Abdullahi Adamu Mammagi and Umar Ahmad Rebe, Commissioners for Livestock and Nomadic Affairs, alongside their entourage, during a courtesy visit to the Niger State Police Command Headquarters, Dutsen-Kura, Minna.

Speaking during the visit, Mammagi appreciated the Commissioner of Police for the warm reception and lauded the Command’s continued support for the ministry. He noted that the establishment of the Ministry of Livestock and Nomadic Affairs has recorded significant achievements, particularly in reducing farmers-herders conflicts and managing the influx of nomadic groups through sustained stakeholder engagement.

According to him, the visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration with the Police Command towards the effective implementation of new cattle market regulations in the state.

He explained that the regulations include mandatory veterinary inspection and proper documentation for the transportation of livestock to ensure animal health, security, and improved revenue generation for the government.

In a statement issued by Wasiu Abiodun, the Police Public Relations Officer, Mammagi explained that every animal transported after purchase would be accompanied by a waybill issued following a veterinary inspection. He noted that the process would guarantee the authenticity, health, and security of livestock while enhancing confidence in livestock transactions and boosting government revenue.

He stressed that the successful implementation of the regulations would require strong collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant stakeholders.

Also speaking, Rebe commended the Commissioner of Police for his consistent support and intervention in the activities of the Ministry of Livestock and Nomadic Affairs. He also praised the Command’s efforts in addressing security challenges across the state.

In his response, CP Elleman expressed appreciation to the commissioners for the visit and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to enforcing all lawful regulations aimed at promoting peace, security, and orderly conduct.

The Commissioner emphasized the importance of verifying the origin of livestock, profiling buyers and sellers, and ensuring that all cattle transactions are conducted through legitimate and traceable processes.

He also commended the initiative for promoting veterinary certification, noting that it would enhance public health by ensuring the safety of beef for human consumption while simultaneously serving as a viable source of revenue for the state government.