Rivers Farmers Get Free Anthrax Vaccination for Livestock

• Rivers State launches free anthrax vaccination campaign across 23 LGAs to protect livestock and public health.
• Governor Siminalayi Fubara approves the initiative to prevent potential anthrax outbreaks in the state.
• Livestock farmers urged to cooperate with veterinary doctors to ensure effective vaccination coverage.

The Rivers State Ministry of Agriculture has commenced a free anthrax vaccination campaign across all 23 local government areas to protect livestock, prevent disease spread, and ensure food security.

EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the campaign, which runs until February 17, was launched at the Livestock Demonstration Farms in Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, with participation from farmers and veterinary experts.

A statement from the state Ministry of Health confirmed that Governor Siminalayi Fubara approved the initiative as part of efforts to safeguard public health and food safety.

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The statement reads: “The vaccination campaign, scheduled from February 10 to 17, follows recent anthrax outbreaks in Niger and Zamfara states. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security previously confirmed cases in a mixed livestock farm, raising concerns about possible spread.”

Governor Siminalayi Fubara emphasized his commitment to food security and public health, directing a state-wide vaccination to prevent any potential outbreak in Rivers State.

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Anthrax, a zoonotic disease, can affect animals and humans, spreading through direct contact, consuming contaminated meat, or inhaling spores.

To contain its spread, State Commissioner for Agriculture, Victor Kii, urged livestock farmers to cooperate with veterinary doctors to ensure their animals are vaccinated.

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