By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse
The Jigawa State Ministry of Livestock Development has vaccinated more than 150,000 cattle against Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) in the first phase of a statewide free immunisation campaign.
The development was disclosed in a press statement signed by the Media Aide to the Commissioner for Livestock Development, Mr. Abdullahi Rabiu Jikas, and made available to National Update in Dutse, the state capital.
According to the statement, the large-scale vaccination drive is part of the state government’s broader strategy to strengthen animal health services, protect pastoral livelihoods, and enhance food security across Jigawa State.
The initiative aligns with the livestock development component of Governor Malam Umar Namadi’s 12-point agenda and is being executed under the leadership of the Commissioner for Livestock Development, Prof. Abdulrahman Salim Lawan, the pioneer head of the ministry.
Jikas noted that CBPP remains one of the most serious transboundary animal diseases affecting cattle, often leading to severe economic losses due to reduced productivity, high mortality rates, and trade restrictions.
“To address this threat, the Ministry deployed veterinary teams across targeted wards, maintained strict cold-chain systems to preserve vaccine potency, and mobilised pastoral communities to ensure effective and comprehensive coverage,” he stated.
The vaccination exercise was provided entirely free of charge, underscoring the government’s commitment to supporting herders, livestock owners, and rural communities.
The Ministry described the immunisation of 150,000 cattle as a major milestone toward curbing the spread of CBPP within and beyond Gwaram Local Government Area. It added that the intervention would safeguard the economic assets of pastoral households, improve cattle productivity and market value, strengthen disease surveillance and response mechanisms, and promote sustainable livestock development in the state.
Beyond vaccination, the campaign also included sensitisation programmes aimed at educating herders on early disease detection, prompt reporting channels, and best practices in animal health management.
Community leaders, veterinary officers, and livestock associations were commended for their cooperation and active participation, which ensured the smooth and transparent execution of the programme.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to modernising livestock services, expanding access to veterinary healthcare, and positioning Jigawa State as a leading hub for livestock production in Nigeria.
Jigawa Vaccinates 150,000 Cattle in First Phase of CBPP Campaign
