Health
Sokoto Govt Provides Latest Update on Anthrax Preparedness
- 95% of Sokoto livestock vaccinated against anthrax.
- GPS tracking ensures coverage across all 23 LGAs.
- 200 vets inspect abattoirs to guarantee meat safety.
The Sokoto State Ministry of Animal Health and Fishery Development has announced that it has successfully vaccinated 95% of livestock across the state to prevent the spread of anthrax and other animal diseases.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Nasiru Abdulrahaman, the Director of Veterinary Services, disclosed this in an interview with journalists while addressing the state’s preparedness against a potential anthrax outbreak from neighboring Zamfara State, where two cases have been confirmed.
“Following the alert from the Federal Government, Sokoto State previously experienced an anthrax outbreak in Danchadi village, located in Bodinga Local Government Area,” Abdulrahaman said.
“In response, the Federal Government provided the state with 800,000 doses of anthrax vaccine.”
He noted that the vaccination campaign, which began months ago, is still ongoing, with the state employing advanced tracking methods to ensure full coverage.
“We are using GPS cameras to monitor and track vaccinators, ensuring the exercise covers all 23 LGAs of the state,” he explained.
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“This technology helps us confirm that vaccinations are being carried out in the correct locations. Based on our efforts so far, over 95% of the livestock in the state have been vaccinated against various diseases, including the dreaded anthrax.”
Dr. Abdulrahaman also highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of meat products.
He noted that Sokoto State has a team of about 200 veterinary doctors stationed across abattoirs to conduct pre- and post-slaughter inspections.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Abubakar Yabo, called on residents to support the government’s efforts in promoting healthy livestock.
“Our veterinary inspectors conduct thorough pre-mortem and post-mortem examinations on all animals at the state central abattoir and other slaughterhouses to ensure that the meat sold to the public is safe for consumption,” Yabo stated.
He also encouraged cattle herders and breeders to utilize the free artificial insemination services provided by the ministry to enhance livestock production.
“Out of the 1,000 doses of dairy and beef semen donated by the Indonesian government, only 250 have been utilized so far,” he revealed.
“We urge cattle owners to take advantage of this opportunity, as the insemination process is completely free of charge.”
The Sokoto State Ministry of Animal Health and Fishery Development has announced that it has successfully vaccinated 95% of livestock across the state to prevent the spread of anthrax and other animal diseases.
Dr. Nasiru Abdulrahaman, the Director of Veterinary Services, disclosed this in an interview with journalists while addressing the state’s preparedness against a potential anthrax outbreak from neighboring Zamfara State, where two cases have been confirmed.
“Following the alert from the Federal Government, Sokoto State previously experienced an anthrax outbreak in Danchadi village, located in Bodinga Local Government Area,” Abdulrahaman said.
“In response, the Federal Government provided the state with 800,000 doses of anthrax vaccine.”
He noted that the vaccination campaign, which began months ago, is still ongoing, with the state employing advanced tracking methods to ensure full coverage.
“We are using GPS cameras to monitor and track vaccinators, ensuring the exercise covers all 23 LGAs of the state,” he explained.
“This technology helps us confirm that vaccinations are being carried out in the correct locations. Based on our efforts so far, over 95% of the livestock in the state have been vaccinated against various diseases, including the dreaded anthrax.”
Dr. Abdulrahaman also highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of meat products.
He noted that Sokoto State has a team of about 200 veterinary doctors stationed across abattoirs to conduct pre- and post-slaughter inspections.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Abubakar Yabo, called on residents to support the government’s efforts in promoting healthy livestock.
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“Our veterinary inspectors conduct thorough pre-mortem and post-mortem examinations on all animals at the state central abattoir and other slaughterhouses to ensure that the meat sold to the public is safe for consumption,” Yabo stated.
He also encouraged cattle herders and breeders to utilize the free artificial insemination services provided by the ministry to enhance livestock production.
“Out of the 1,000 doses of dairy and beef semen donated by the Indonesian government, only 250 have been utilized so far,” he revealed.
“We urge cattle owners to take advantage of this opportunity, as the insemination process is completely free of charge.”
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