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Kogi Govt. Receives 500,000 Doses Of Anthrax Spore Vaccines From L-PRES
The Kogi State Government has confirmed receiving a significant boost to its animal health services with the delivery of 500,000 doses of Anthrax spore vaccines from the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES).
The State, through its Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security confirmed that the vaccines were delivered by the National Project Coordinator (NPC), Mr. Abubakar Sanusi.
Mr. Sanusi explained that this delivery was part of L-PRES’s ongoing efforts to enhance animal health services in Kogi State.
He highlighted the critical role of vaccination in preventing the spread of anthrax and safeguarding livestock, ultimately supporting the livelihoods of farmers and boosting the local economy.
Speaking, the State Commissioner of Agriculture, Hon. Timothy Ojomah expressed profound appreciation for the prompt delivery of the medical consumable, recognizing the impact such support has on the state’s agricultural sector.
He noted that the provision of the vaccines was timely and essential for preventing anthrax outbreaks, which poses a significant threat to livestock and public health
The Commissioner requested continued and expanded support from L-PRES to sustain and advance the state’s animal health initiatives.
He emphasized the need for ongoing collaboration and resource allocation to ensure the robustness of Kogi State’s veterinary services.
In addition to the vaccine delivery, the National Project Coordinator also inspected the completed Cold Chain Storage Facility and Laboratory within the ministry’s complex.
According to him, these state-of-the-art facilities are critical for the effective storage and analysis of vaccines and other veterinary supplies, ensuring their potency and safety for use.
The Cold Chain Storage Facility is equipped with advanced refrigeration systems designed to maintain vaccines at optimal temperatures, while the Laboratory is fit for conducting necessary analyses.
The Laboratory is also fitted with modern diagnostic equipment to support comprehensive animal health assessments.
This initiative aligns with the broader objectives of the L-PRES project, which focuses on strengthening national livestock institutions, enhancing value chain performance, and implementing crisis prevention and management strategies.
The delivery of the anthrax vaccines and the inspection of the new facilities represent significant steps in bolstering the resilience and productivity of livestock in Kogi State.