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The Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has said there are no confirmed cases of Avian Influenza in the state.
The government, in a statement by the Press Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Omotola Ashaolu, on Wednesday, stated that it was raising public awareness on the highly pathogenic Avian influenza outbreak recently reported in Kano State.
“While there are no confirmed cases in Kwara State, proactive measures are necessary to prevent its occurrence and safeguard our poultry industry and public health.
“HPAI, a highly contagious disease, causes severe poultry mortality and poses a potential risk to human health. To ensure Kwara State remains free from this threat, all residents, particularly poultry farmers, bird handlers, and agricultural stakeholders, are urged to adopt preventive measures,” the statement read.
As part of the measures, the government called for the restriction of access to poultry farms and the prevention of wild birds from interacting with domestic poultry.
It also called for prompt reporting of suspected cases and the use of potective equipment.
Ashaolu also urged poultry farmers in the state to report suspected cases or seek advice from experts.
“The ministry urges strict compliance with these guidelines to protect Kwara State from this threat. By working together, we can prevent an outbreak and ensure a healthy and secure future for our communities,” she added.
