FEDERAL COLLEGE OF LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT KUSADA BILL
Bill · Agriculture
A Bill establishes a Federal College of Livestock Development in Kusada, Katsina State, to train professionals in livestock management and animal husbandry. It targets students, farmers, and the livestock industry in northern Nigeria. This seeks to build capacity and support the growth of Nigeria's livestock sector.
What Is This Policy?
A bill to establish a Federal College of Livestock Development in Kusada, Katsina State, to train professionals in livestock management, animal husbandry, and veterinary services.
Who Does It Target?
Students seeking careers in livestock management, farmers, pastoralists, and the livestock industry.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Build capacity in livestock development, improve animal husbandry practices, and support Nigeria's livestock industry growth.
Key Features
Specialized Training: Programmes in livestock management, animal husbandry, and veterinary technology. Regional Impact: Located in Kusada, Katsina State, serving northern Nigeria. Industry Support: Supports the livestock value chain.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration. Coverage: Kusada, Katsina State.
How to Access
Upon establishment, admission through standard college processes. Await passage of the bill into law
Impact & Metrics
Expected to improve livestock management capacity in Nigeria.
Official Resources
Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Abuja
Legal Framework
Introduced under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The College would operate under the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) Act, the Veterinary Surgeons Act (as applicable), the National Agricultural Policy, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Establishment, Etc.) Act 2011. Aligns with the National Livestock Transformation Plan and FAO guidelines on veterinary and livestock training.