Ruga Settlement

The Ruga Settlement project was a government initiative in Nigeria aimed at providing designated areas—called Ruga settlements—for herders and farmers. Its goal was to foster peaceful coexistence by offering organized grazing and living spaces, thereby reducing conflicts related to land use and livestock movement. The project also intended to promote sustainable livestock management and economic development in rural areas. However, it faced criticism and controversy over land rights, environmental concerns, and its implementation, leading to significant public debate on its benefits and drawbacks.