Jigawa Vaccinates 150,000 Cattle, Sets For More
By: Ahmed Aminu, Dutse
The Jigawa State Ministry of Livestock Development has so far vaccinated over 150,000 cattles against Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) under the first round of a large-scale free vaccination campaign in the state.
This was contained in a press statement made available to The Syndicate in Dutse, the state capital by the media aide to the Commissioner for Livestock Development Mr. Abdullahi Rabiu Jikas.
He said the development is parts of the state government efforts through the new ministry to strengthen animal health, protect pastoral livelihoods and enhance food security in Jigawa State.
According to him, livestock development is one of Governor Umar Namadi’s 12-point agenda.
“CBPP is regarded as one of the most serious transboundary animal diseases affecting cattle, often resulting in heavy economic losses due to reduced productivity, mortality and trade limitations,” the Commissioner said.
“To tackle the threat, the Ministry deployed veterinary teams across targeted wards, maintained strict cold-chain systems to preserve vaccine potency, and mobilised pastoral communities to ensure effective and comprehensive coverage”.
The vaccination exercise was offered entirely free of charge, demonstrating the state government’s commitment to supporting herders, livestock owners and rural communities.
According to the ministry, immunising 150,000 cattle represents a significant step towards preventing the spread of CBPP, thereby safeguarding the economic assets of pastoral households, improving cattle productivity and market value, strengthening disease surveillance and response mechanisms, and promoting sustainable livestock development in the state.
The exercise also featured sensitisation of herders on early disease detection, prompt reporting channels and best practices in animal health management.
Community leaders, veterinary officers and livestock associations were commended for their roles in ensuring a smooth, transparent and successful implementation of the programme.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to modernising livestock services, expanding access to veterinary healthcare and positioning Jigawa state as a leading hub for livestock production in Nigeria.
