Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi state says livestock remains a vital sector of the state economy, providing food, jobs, and income for thousands of households.
Governor Idris stated this during the flag-off of statewide livestock vaccination held at Hutawa, Birnin Kebbi.
The Governor, who was represented by the Head of Service, Malami Muhammad Shekare, pledged to harness livestock production through improved veterinary health services, strengthened security for farmers and herders, and investments in modern animal care infrastructure.
“Key projects including completion of an ultra-modern Veterinary Hospital in Birnin Kebbi, construction of zonal clinics, and partnerships with international organizations to boost livestock technology transfer and beef production,” he said.
Governor Idris reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting pastoralists and livestock farmers, maintained that animal health remains crucial to safeguarding Kebbi’s rural economy.
In his welcome address, the state Commissioner for Livestock and Fisheries, Alhaji Kabiru Usman Alaramma, said the campaign would curb heavy financial losses from disease outbreaks. Fulani leaders present pledged support after witnessing the vaccination of cows at the event.
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