Herdsman news lagos ogun road

Here are some recent news updates about the Herdsman's movement on the Lagos-Ogun road:

Latest Update: (Source: Punch Newspaper, March 2023)

• The Ogun State Government has announced plans to establish a cattle ranch in the state to address the issue of herders' movement on the Lagos-Ogun road.
• The state government said the ranch would provide a conducive environment for herders to graze their cattle, reducing the pressure on the road and minimizing conflicts with farmers and other road users.

Previous Updates:

• (Source: The Nation Newspaper, February 2023)

• The Lagos State Government has called on the Federal Government to take decisive action to address the issue of herders' movement on the Lagos-Ogun road, which has led to frequent traffic congestion and accidents.

• The state government said the movement of herders on the road was causing chaos and disrupting the free flow of traffic, and urged the Federal Government to provide a lasting solution to the problem.

• (Source: Vanguard Newspaper, January 2023)

• The Ogun State Government has appealed to herders to desist from moving their cattle on the Lagos-Ogun road, saying it was causing traffic congestion and accidents.

• The state government said it was working with the Federal Government to establish a cattle route that would divert the herders' movement away from the road and reduce the risk of accidents.

Background:

• The Lagos-Ogun road has been a major route for herders moving their cattle from the north to the south of the country.
• However, the movement of herders on the road has led to frequent traffic congestion and accidents, causing frustration for road users and disrupting economic activities in the region.
• The issue has also led to conflicts between herders and farmers, with some farmers accusing the herders of destroying their crops and damaging their properties.

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