Benue State Government has stated that if it becomes necessary, it will approach the law courts to stop violation of the Land Use Act should the Federal Government insist on creating grazing routes and grazing areas in the State.
Governor Samuel Ortom who spoke at the Makurdi Airport while interacting with journalists on his return from Delta State was reacting to news that his hometown, Guma and Makurdi, Benue state capital have been slated as grazing routes.
Governor Ortom stated that the Land Use Act is clear on the issue of land ownership and management saying that any attempt to subvert his right as a Governor through creation of nonexistent Cattle Routes would be resisted with a legal action.
He called on lieutenants of the President to advise him properly on issues as insisting on cattle routes in the 21st century when states are enacting ranching laws was retrogressive.
Governor Ortom stated that already, there is serious food crisis in the country due to insecurity and if nothing is done to curtail the trend, the situation would get worse in the coming years.
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He told journalists that the abysmal performance of the All Progressives Congress, APC-led administration at the centre has provided an opportunity for the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, as an alternative to provide purposeful leadership for Nigeria in 2023.
The Governor who also spoke on the issue of privatisation of government enterprises in the state said he would go with public opinion and wishes of Benue people if they are against the sales of any of the advertised enterprises.
