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FG Alerts Nigerians Over Outbreak Of Anthrax In Zamfara

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, on Tuesday, warned Nigerians about an Anthrax outbreak in Zamfara State.

This was disclosed in a statement signed by Ben Bem Goong, Director of Information and Public Relations.

The statement reads, “The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development wishes to officially notify the public of a confirmed outbreak of Anthrax in a farm in Zamfara State.

“This development calls for heightened vigilance and proactive measures to mitigate the risks associated with the disease.

“Anthrax, caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis, is a zoonotic disease that can affect various warm-blooded animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and wildlife, as well as humans.

“It is listed as a notifiable disease by the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) due to its potential to cause high morbidity and mortality.

“In animals and humans, symptoms of Anthrax include: Fever, coughing, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, sore throat and swollen lymph nodes, headaches, itching and bleeding from major openings.”

The Ministry also advised livestock farmers to put in place preventive measures, “While Anthrax is preventable through coordinated efforts such as risk assessment, surveys, and ring vaccination of susceptible animals in high-risk areas, prompt detection and response are critical to containing its spread.

“In light of the outbreak, the Ministry calls on stakeholders, especially states bordering Zamfara, to take immediate steps to prevent further spread of the disease.

“We urge the public to remain vigilant, report any unusual illnesses in animals or humans, and adhere to all preventive guidelines issued by relevant authorities.

“The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development remains committed to collaborating with all stakeholders to ensure a swift and effective response.”

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