The Oyo State Government has began the distribution of veterinary drugs to veterinary hospitals/clinics in the state, for easy access by end users at a subsidised rate.
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A statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation reveals that the gesture, done in collaboration with the Federal Government, is part of continued efforts in preventing animal-human diseases.
Flagging off the symbolic distribution of the drugs in Ibadan, the state capital, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mr Olasunkanmi Olaleye, stated that the move was part of continued efforts of the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration in reducing zoonotic disease, saying about 68 percent of human diseases are contracted from animals.
Olaleye hinted that the move would enable livestock farmers in the state and pet (dog) owners to have access to veterinary drugs at subsidised rate, enhance production of disease free animals, and boost food security in the state and Nigeria at large.
The commissioner further noted that it is the responsibility of government to put in place mechanism to ensure safe food for human consumption.
He, therefore, urged the general public, most especially livestock farmers, to patronise veterinary hospitals/clinics in their local government areas or zones in administering drugs on their animals at subsidised rates.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Christianah Abioye, enjoined veterinary officers to be dutiful and ensure the drugs are available and accessible to the end users at the subsidised rate.
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