Kebbi Govt Flags Off Statewide Livestock Vaccination
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving animal health and safeguarding the livelihood of pastoralists and livestock farmers across the state.
The Governor stated this yesterday at Hutawa Fulani settlement in Birnin Kebbi, during the flag-off of the statewide vaccination campaign against Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) and Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD).
He was represented at the event by the Head of Service, Malami Muhammad Shekare.
Governor Idris emphasized that livestock remained a critical sector of Kebbi’s economy, providing food, employment, and income for thousands of households.
He made it clear that his government consider livestock production a gold mine and will harness its full potential through improved animal health, enhanced security for farmers and pastoralists, and development of veterinary infrastructure.
“As part of our administration’s drive to secure rural communities and empower livestock farmers, we are complementing our security measures with proactive veterinary services to protect our animals from devastating diseases.
“This vaccination exercise is a clear demonstration of that commitment,” he said.
The Governor highlighted ongoing initiatives, including the completion of the ultra-modern Veterinary Hospital in Birnin Kebbi, construction of zonal veterinary clinics, and partnership with international organizations for livestock technology transfer and beef production.
Leaders of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association at the event, pledged their total support to the Governor and expressed gratitude for the exercise.
In his remarks, the Commissioner for Livestock and Fisheries, Alhaji Kabiru Usman Alaramma, said the campaign was aimed at curbing huge financial losses suffered by livestock owners due to outbreak of animal diseases.
He commended the Governor for approving and supporting the exercise.
Other goodwill messages were delivered by the Commissioners of Agriculture, Alhaji Shehu Muazu; Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed Birnin Kebbi; and the Special Adviser on Nomadic Matters, Alhaji Muhammad Kiruwa Zuru.
They all lauded Governor Idris for prioritizing animal health, food security, and pastoralists’ welfare.
