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Anti-Open Grazing Bill Not Yet Signed Into Law In Edo State – Govt

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Anti-Open Grazing Bill Not Yet Signed Into Law In Edo State - Govt
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Edo State government has stated that the Anti-Open Grazing Bill is still being deliberated at the State House of Assembly and has not been passed into law yet.

Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie made this known in a statement issued to Naija News on Monday, March 21.

This news platform understands there are controversies on the proposed bill which if passed into law, will forbid herders from grazing their livestock in open spaces.

While residents of the state are still expressing their views on the bill, Ogie called members of the public who are concerned about parts of the bill, to kindly make input before its passage by the House.

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He noted in the statement that civil society groups who are raising concerns about sections of the bill can constructively engage with the Assembly and not resort to acts that could cause a breakdown of law and order in the state.

According to the government official, the lawmaking process is one that involves comprehensive assessment of a bill before passage and it is refreshing that the conversation on the bill is generating public interest.

He, however, warned that deliberations on the proposed bill must not degenerate to civil disturbances capable of being hijacked by unscrupulous elements.

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“We hereby call on all those who have reservations about sections of the bill to explore the statutory provisions of the law in making their contribution,” Ogie noted.