The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has confirmed an outbreak of Anthrax in Zamfara State, urging Nigerians to remain vigilant.
This was made public in a statement issued by Ben Bem Goong, the Director of Information and Public Relations of the ministry.
Anthrax, caused by the Bacillus anthracis bacterium, is a zoonotic disease that can impact various warm-blooded animals, including cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and wildlife, as well as humans.
While Anthrax is preventable through strategies such as risk assessments, surveys, and ring vaccination of at-risk animals, prompt detection and intervention are essential to curb its spread.
A statement issued by Ben Bem Goong, the Director of Information and Public Relations, emphasized the ministry’s dedication to collaborating with all relevant stakeholders to ensure a swift and effective response to the outbreak.