The Ogun State Government has issued a firm warning to individuals engaging in open grazing within the state, stating that violators now risk a three-year prison sentence without the option of a fine. In addition to imprisonment, anyone caught breaking the law will also forfeit their cattle to the state.
This warning was made public by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, AIG Olusola Subair (Rtd), who emphasized the government’s readiness to fully enforce the provisions of the Anti-Open Grazing Law. He explained that the law, which was enacted to promote peaceful coexistence and prevent farmer-herder clashes, would be applied strictly to ensure order and security.
Subair pointed out that several stakeholders, including traditional rulers and local community leaders, have been engaged to support the implementation and monitoring of the law. He added that government security agencies have also been directed to arrest and prosecute offenders.
The Ogun State Government reaffirmed its commitment to protecting farmlands and ensuring responsible livestock management through the proper use of designated grazing areas. The authorities called on cattle owners and herders to adhere strictly to the law or face serious consequences.
