Obaseki insists on ban on open grazing, urges stakeholders’ support to ensure a secure, prosperous Edo

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said the ban on open grazing in the State still remains, warning that anyone found wanting will be made to face the full wrath of the law.

The governor said this while addressing stakeholders during an interactive session on the Edo State Regional Development and Benin City Master Plan, held at Iguobazuwa, Ovia South-West Local Government Area of the State.

Obaseki who reassured the government’s commitment to the safety and security of residents, called for the collaboration and support of all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful, secure and prosperous Edo State.

He said, “Any herdsman in our bush without permission is working against the law of our State, and anything that happens, they can't blame anyone.

“Let us be sure that nobody gives that person the permission to enter our forest and if permission will be granted, let us know the type of permission given to them to come into our bushes or forest to graze with their cattle.

“Open grazing is banned in Edo State. If they are in your forest, let us know where they are because we have police and vigilantes who will help us get them out through a number we will give you to call.”

Obaseki added, “Anybody that wants to do ranching business should contact you, the community people and you will decide on the land to use and method of feeding their cattle. They should do the business with you and not invade our forest indiscriminately as if there are no owners. The forest and bushes belong us.”


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This is how real men speaks and act not cowardly signing useless peace agreements with bloodthirsty jihadists that are disguised as herdsmen.

This is the best way to go.
Governor Godwin Obaseki is a critical thinker.

Good. Government should introduce ranching to rake in revenue and allow the people of the communities takes the lead. This will help in securing our villages.

Mumu obaseki... No be you betrayed South South Governor's forum when you opt out of their Agreement on open grazing?

Since 2016 that Governor Godwin Obaseki asumed office his interest has always been for the benefit of all Edolites. May God be with you always Sir.