The Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has called on the Federal Government to fully implement the Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law of 2017, declaring that there is no vacant land in the state for grazing reserves or settlements.
In a statement issued by the PDP State Publicity Secretary, Bemgba Iortyom, the party described the persistent attacks on Benue communities as a grave threat to peace, livelihoods, and human dignity. It reaffirmed its unwavering support for the anti-open grazing legislation, saying it remains the only viable and homegrown solution to the killings and displacements plaguing the state.
The party warned the Federal Government and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against any move to allocate Benue land for grazing reserves or settlements, insisting that such action would violate the people’s rights and heritage.
